Research Fellow — PALS-UK Education Trial Lead

University of Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Research Fellow to support Peer Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS-UK) in a large-scale effectiveness trial. The ideal candidate will enhance school recruitment, analyse data, and contribute to training materials, promoting literacy among Year 5 pupils. Applicants should have a relevant first degree, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. This full-time role requires dedication to improving education outcomes and advancing research in partnership with local schools.

Qualifications

• First degree in area of specialism and a higher degree relevant to research area.
• Ability to communicate complex information effectively.
• Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.

Responsibilities

• Support school recruitment and delivery of PALS-UK.
• Analyse and interpret data for research purposes.
• Contribute to writing reports and bids.

Skills

High level analytical capability

Ability to communicate complex information clearly

Ability to assess resource requirements

Knowledge of effective relationship management

Understanding of equality and diversity

Education

First degree in area of specialism

Higher degree relevant to research area

Job description

A prestigious educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Research Fellow to support Peer Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS-UK) in a large-scale effectiveness trial. The ideal candidate will enhance school recruitment, analyse data, and contribute to training materials, promoting literacy among Year 5 pupils. Applicants should have a relevant first degree, analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively. This full-time role requires dedication to improving education outcomes and advancing research in partnership with local schools.