Research Assistant - De Montfort University Leicester : Job Details

De Montfort University (DMU) is an ambitious, globally-minded institution with a relentless focus on delivering quality teaching and learning and a campus-wide focus on providing a sector-leading student experience. A culturally rich university with a palpable commitment to the public good, it strives to maintain a stimulating and inclusive environment where staff and students can thrive. The university is a vibrant, multicultural hub of learning, creativity and innovation that never surrenders to convention.

Faculty / Directorate

The Talent 25 Research Programme

Talent 25 is a long-term action research programme and a partnership between Arts Council England and De Montfort University. Its vision is to explore the vital points of intervention in a child's life, which ensures that all individuals have a wide range of cultural experiences and opportunities to unearth their creative talent. The project commenced its second phase of activities in April 2024, and we are looking for a motivated, engaging, and outgoing individual committed to supporting the Talent 25 children and their families in the research activities.

Role

This is a full-time fixed-term post. A component of the role will be responsible for undertaking and delivering in key areas of the research programme drawing upon evidence-based practice in researching complex intervention studies. The Talent 25 research programme seeks to understand how cultural engagement can be enhanced, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates with background in qualitative research creative methodologies in any relevant discipline, including arts and culture engagement. The Talent 25 research programme is multi-disciplinary and collaborative; therefore, there will be a requirement to work with academics and key stakeholders outside of DMU and some work links to our international activities.

Ideal Candidate

We are especially interested in candidates whose research and academic profile demonstrate the ability to use initiative, with knowledge of qualitative creative methodologies. Suitable candidates will have experience working effectively in a team with the ability to successfully network and collaborate with a range of stakeholders and represent the mission of the Talent 25 programme to academics, practitioners and the general public.