Impact-Focused Research Associate

Cardiff Metropolitan University; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

LGPS contributions

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking a Research Associate - Impact to help evidence and enhance the impact of research across the university. The role involves gathering and analysing data, conducting targeted research activities and working with academics and stakeholders to demonstrate economic, social and cultural benefits of research.

The position is fixed term until 31 August 2029, with potential casual contract opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in an academic research environment.
• Strong understanding of research methods and data collection.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyse data to evidencing impact.
• Conduct targeted research activities to support REF2029 ambitions.
• Collaborate with academics and stakeholders to develop impact outcomes and case studies.

Skills

Data analysis

Research methods

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking a Research Associate - Impact to help evidence and enhance the impact of research across the university. The role involves gathering and analysing data, conducting targeted research activities and working with academics and stakeholders to demonstrate economic, social and cultural benefits of research.

The position is fixed term until 31 August 2029, with potential casual contract opportunities.