Research Assistant

Birkbeck Sport Business Centre; London; Hybrid; GBP 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a part-time Research Assistant for a fixed-term role in the School of Social Sciences. The position involves assisting in two research projects on fraud, offering a competitive salary and benefits, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

31 days paid leave

Pension scheme

Training and development opportunities

Central location in Bloomsbury, London

Qualifications

• Experience or interest in academic research roles.
• Ability to assist in research project management.
• Familiarity with empirical research in social contexts.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Lead with two research projects on fraud.
• Conduct basic research and data collection.
• Engage in fieldwork and occasional in-person meetings.

Skills

Research methods

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Social Sciences or related field

Job description

Birkbeck, University of London, is seeking a fixed-term, part-time Research Assistant to join the School of Social Sciences this Summer 2025.

Job Details

1. Salary range: £19,222 per annum
2. Contract type: Fixed term
3. Mode: Part time
4. Grade: 6
5. Business Unit: School of Social Sciences
6. Closing date for applicants: 02-Jun-2025
7. Ref No: 2159

Application Documents

• Candidate Information Pack 2025.pdf (PDF, 441.02kb)
• JD and Person Specification - Research Assistant.pdf (PDF, 206.76kb)

Role Overview

This role offers an exciting opportunity to conduct basic research and assist the Project Lead with two projects funded by the Dawes Trust:

• Law Enforcement Responses to Fraud
• Fraud on the Socials: Exploring Young people’s Understandings and Experiences of Online Fraud and the Implications for Policy and Practice

The position is for 13 months, part-time at 17.5 hours/week (0.5 FTE), with a salary of £19,222 per year. It provides an excellent chance to develop research skills, especially in applied methods, and to deepen understanding of the growing issue of fraud in the UK and globally.

Ideal Candidate

If you have experience or interest in roles such as Research Fellow, Research Associate, or Academic Researcher, this position could be ideal for you. Join Birkbeck, a leading London university committed to widening participation.

Salary and Benefits

Actual salary: £19,222 per annum for 0.5 FTE (equivalent to £38,443 per annum FTE). Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, hybrid working options, and a central London location.

Contract Details

Fixed-term, part-time (17.5 hours/week), with hybrid working and occasional in-person meetings and fieldwork. Applications close on 2 June 2025, with interviews scheduled for 12 June 2025.

Inquiries

For more information, contact Bina Bhardwa at [e-mail]. For technical issues, email [e-mail]. Visit www.birkbeck.ac.uk/jobs for more details.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to equality and inclusion initiatives.