Research Assistant: Haptics in Education, Hybrid

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Scotland is seeking a full-time researcher to join an interdisciplinary team focused on haptics technologies for learning sustainability in schools. The successful candidate will engage in both in-person and online data collection, including interviews, observations, and surveys. Ideal applicants will have a passion for research involving children, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers flexible working patterns within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Passionate about conducting research involving children.
• Demonstrated organizational skills and effective communication.
• Proven ability to collaborate in interdisciplinary contexts.

Responsibilities

• Participate in data collection through interviews, observations, and surveys.
• Curate and store relevant research data.
• Support the design and implementation of research projects.

Skills

Research with children

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Immediate availability

Job description

A prestigious university in Scotland is seeking a full-time researcher to join an interdisciplinary team focused on haptics technologies for learning sustainability in schools. The successful candidate will engage in both in-person and online data collection, including interviews, observations, and surveys. Ideal applicants will have a passion for research involving children, along with strong organizational and communication skills. This position offers flexible working patterns within a supportive environment.