Research Assistant - Climate Change and Education

<p>Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Research Assistant for the Voices of the Future project, focused on Climate Change and Education. The role, available only to current UK-based Manchester Met students, involves research data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings. Key tasks include literature searches, report writing, and team collaboration. The position runs from March 3 to July 31, 2025, with a commitment of up to 16 hours per week.<br>The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role. The main purpose of this role is to provide research support to colleagues and support staff for the Voices of the Future project by assisting with research data collection and analysis, and the dissemination of findings to appropriate research groups and contacts related to the project. The role will support the development of new research in the field of Climate Change and Education and will be primarily based in the Centre for Place Writing, working with Kate Pahl, David Cooper and colleagues from the Voices of the Future project. More information about the project can be found here. Dates: 3 March to 31 July 2025 Hours: up to 16 hours per week Key Tasks Research Activities Plan and prioritise own work and resources, within research project framework, in order to determine the most effective way to achieve agreed research objectives. Conduct literature and database searches using standard techniques and methods. Write up results of own research and prepare for presentation to research team and relevant stakeholders. Contribute to the production of research reports and publications. Use initiative and judgement to develop appropriate techniques in order to facilitate research work and resolve problems affecting the achievement of objectives and deadlines. Liaison and Networking Present research to the team and in appropriate articles for publication, such as academic/professional journals or conferences. Participate in internal and external partnerships and networks in order to aid the dissemination of research findings, to share best practice, and to enhance the reputation of the University. Service Provision Proactively and effectively engage with quality assurance procedures to ensure that University standards are upheld. Collaborate with academic colleagues on research development and future direction. Team Working Actively participate as a member of the Voices of the Future team, with a particular focus on the Centre for Place Writing. Work within the Voices of the Future team to support colleagues across the project, including those in other universities. Miscellaneous You have a legal duty, so far as is reasonably practicable, to ensure that you do not endanger yourself or anyone else by your acts or omissions. In addition, you must cooperate with the University on health and safety matters and must not interfere or misuse anything provided for health, safety and welfare purposes. You are responsible for applying the University's Equal Opportunities Policy in your own area of responsibility and in your general conduct. You have a responsibility to promote high levels of customer care within your own areas of work. Such other relevant duties commensurate with the grade of the post as may be assigned by the Manager in agreement with you. Such agreement should not be unreasonably withheld. You have the responsibility to engage with the University's commitment to Environmental Sustainability in order to reduce its waste, energy consumption and carbon footprint. You have the responsibility to engage with the University's commitment to delivering value for money services that optimise the use of resources and therefore should consider this when undertaking all duties and aspects of your role.<br><br>This role is only open to current Manchester Met students who meet the criteria below: Essential<br>• Currently studying a postgraduate degree.<br>• Ability to undertake research through literature searches and with others.<br>• Ability to use initiative, creativity and judgement to develop appropriate approaches in order to further research.<br>• Proficiency in the use of relevant software packages such as Excel.<br>• Possess sufficient breadth or depth of knowledge to work within an established research team.<br>• Experience of data collection and storage.<br>• Experience of presenting and communicating complex information to a range of audiences, both orally and in writing.<br>• Experience of prioritising work independently and as part of a team in order to deliver individual and team objectives.<br>• Familiarity with ResearchFish.<br>• Understanding of Research Impact. Desirable<br>• Knowledge of working with children and young people including an understanding of relevant research methods and techniques in the area.<br>• Understanding collaborative interdisciplinary research.<br>• Studying for a PhD in English.<br><br>Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.</p>