Research Assistant

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Nottingham Trent University is seeking a part-time Research Assistant for a 3-month fixed-term role related to a groundbreaking EPSRC-funded project. Responsibilities include transcribing and analysing technical workshop material to support future project stages and publish findings. Candidates should possess experience in academic writing, thematic analysis, and generative AI.

Benefits

30 - 35 days annual leave plus statutory bank holidays

Hybrid working options

Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan

Access to professional development opportunities

Health and wellbeing services

Qualifications

• Experience using generative AI systems including Large Language Models.
• Background in transcription and thematic analysis.

Responsibilities

• Transcribe and analyse material from technical workshops.
• Output findings for final project stage and publication.

Skills

Transcription

Thematic analysis

Academic writing

Open-ended and formal interviews

Carrying out design workshops

Experience with using generative artificial intelligence systems

Job description

Research assistant

Grade F (£28,047 - £31,460 p.a. pro rata)

Part time/ 3 month fixed term contract

About the Role

This is a 3-month part-time research assistant role for the EPSRC-funded project Conversational Prototyping: Leveraging Generative AI To Support Physical Device Production. The task will be to transcribe and analyse material from a number of technical workshops performed in the project. The output will be used in the final project stage as well as be published in a paper.

Required skills and experience:

- Open-ended and formal interviews

- Carrying out design workshops

- Transcription

- Thematic analysis

- Academic writing

- Experience with using generative artificial intelligence systems including Large Language Models

For more information on the role, please refer to the job description.

About Us

Nottingham School of Art & Design is one of the world’s leading art and design schools; we have been influencing, inspiring and innovating for over 175 years. Constantly pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, we’re a diverse community of artists, designers, and creatives at the heart of one of the UK’s most innovative cities.

We’re committed to helping our students explore, expand and refine their craft as they discover new creative horizons. From dedicated studios to editing suites, and from wood, ceramic and textile workshops to an onsite supply shop, we have creative spaces that inspire students’ learning and development, and provide the skills and knowledge needed to build a highly successful creative career.

Launching in 2024, the Design & Digital Arts building will the beating heart of our City Campus and will help prepare graduates for professional, technical and commercial careers in the growing cultural and creative industries.

For more information contact project lead Lars Erik Holmquist, [e-mail]

Join Us

• 30 - 35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
• Hybrid working - we encourage and offer a mixture of office working and working from home. You're empowered to define how you work best for the benefits of your stakeholders.
• Flexibility - take ownership over how you get your work done. We're open to different working patterns and approaches.
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career.
• Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• And a whole lot more…Find out more about the range of benefits we offer.

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.