Research Assistant: Degree Apprenticieships

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Degree Apprenticeships and lifelong learning project. The role is remote with occasional Manchester campus meetings, focusing on qualitative data collection and thematic analysis across Scotland and England.

Key tasks include interviews, focus groups, data processing, and reporting to the research team, aligned to the project timeline 02 November 2026 to 26 February 2027, with an average of about 5 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in qualitative research methods and reporting.
• Experience with transcription and thematic analysis.
• Ability to present complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Experience with coordinating research activities and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Undertake qualitative research using thematic analysis.
• Plan, prioritise and organise own work and supervise students where appropriate.
• Write up results and prepare for presentation to the team.
• Contribute to research reports and publications.
• Use initiative to solve problems affecting objectives and deadlines.

Skills

NVivo

Dedoose

Qualitative research

Data collection

Interviews/focus groups

Education

Postgraduate degree or equivalent

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a Research Assistant to support the Degree Apprenticeships and lifelong learning project. The role is remote with occasional Manchester campus meetings, focusing on qualitative data collection and thematic analysis across Scotland and England.

Key tasks include interviews, focus groups, data processing, and reporting to the research team, aligned to the project timeline 02 November 2026 to 26 February 2027, with an average of about 5 hours per week.