Part-Time Research Assistant: Recruitment & Data

1000scholars; St Andrews; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

USS Pension 14.5%

Hybrid work

Staff discounts

Free staff parking

Cycle to work

LinkedIn Learning

Tuition support

Leave 34 days

Job summary

University of St Andrews invites applications for a part-time Research Assistant to work on an EPS-funded project.

The role focuses on recruitment, data collection with young adults/students, and assisting with data processing, under the supervision of Dr Lizzie Bradford and Dr Kimberly More. Starting 2 November 2026, 7 hours/week for 26 weeks, with benefits and a hybrid-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• Background in Psychology or related field (e.g., undergraduate degree).
• Experience in data collection with in-person human participants.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment of participants (young adults/students).
• Actively engage in data collection and assist with data processing.
• Support research activities related to the project.
• Oversee and train project volunteers under supervision.

Skills

Data collection

Data processing

Education

Undergraduate degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Statistics software

Job description

University of St Andrews invites applications for a part-time Research Assistant to work on an EPS-funded project.

The role focuses on recruitment, data collection with young adults/students, and assisting with data processing, under the supervision of Dr Lizzie Bradford and Dr Kimberly More. Starting 2 November 2026, 7 hours/week for 26 weeks, with benefits and a hybrid-friendly environment.