Research Assistant - Arthur Lewis Lab for Comparative Development

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Research Assistant to join their dynamic team at the Arthur Lewis Lab for Comparative Development. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful research in the Department of Economics. You will work closely with experienced professionals, providing essential research and administrative support while benefiting from a market-leading pension scheme and generous annual leave. Join a forward-thinking institution that values diversity and offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, to help you thrive in your career.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Health and wellbeing services

Generous annual leave entitlement

Additional paid leave over Christmas

Discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Provide research assistance to Lab members.
• Support the Lab's intellectual activities administratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research projects under the guidance of the P.I.
• Support Lab members with administrative tasks.

Skills

Research Assistance

Administrative Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics or related field

Job description

Research Assistant - Arthur Lewis Lab for Comparative Development

A Research Assistant is required to work for the Arthur Lewis Lab for Comparative Development, directed by Nuno Palma in the Department of Economics, University of Manchester.

The project starts on August 1st, 2025, and the contract is for 2 years. The Research Associate will be based in the Department of Economics, in the School of Social Sciences.

Working under the guidance of the P.I., you will be responsible for providing research assistance to Lab members and supporting the Lab's intellectual activities administratively.

What you will get in return:

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Additional paid leave over the Christmas period
• Discounts at major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our university supports flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work options. More information can be found here.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs, or applications from recruitment agencies. Recruitment agency inquiries should be directed to [e-mail]. Any CVs submitted by agencies will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting, and interviews:

Name: Nuno Palma

Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

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This vacancy will close at midnight on the closing date. Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document containing the person specification criteria.