Research Assistant — Linguistic Justice in Schools

Manchester Metropolitan University; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a researcher to support UK literacy studies, analysing qualitative data and helping disseminate findings. You will work within a team, conduct literature reviews and prepare results for publication, supported by internal QA and partnerships.

This role emphasises methodological rigour and collaboration within an education research context. The post requires knowledge of England's language education policy, strong organisation, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Knowledge of language education policy/practice in England's schools.
• Ability to plan, set up, conduct and record research outcomes.
• Ability to use initiative and judgement to develop approaches for research.
• Sufficient breadth/depth to work within an established research team.
• Experience presenting complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experience prioritising work independently and in a team to meet objectives.

Responsibilities

• Organise and conduct basic analysis of qualitative data (interviews, notes, artefacts).
• Plan and prioritise work within the research project framework to meet objectives.
• Conduct literature reviews on linguistic justice and educational change.
• Write up results and prepare for presentation to research team and stakeholders.
• Contribute to research reports and publications; disseminate findings.
• Present research to the team and in appropriate journal articles or conferences.
• Engage with quality assurance, collaborate with colleagues on development and direction.
• Attend team meetings; support a healthy, safe, inclusive working environment.

Skills

Language education policy knowledge

Research design & data analysis

Initiative & judgement

Team collaboration

Communication of complex information

Independent & collaborative prioritisa

Job description

Manchester Metropolitan University is seeking a researcher to support UK literacy studies, analysing qualitative data and helping disseminate findings. You will work within a team, conduct literature reviews and prepare results for publication, supported by internal QA and partnerships.

This role emphasises methodological rigour and collaboration within an education research context. The post requires knowledge of England's language education policy, strong organisation, and the ability to work