Researcher (JCCP)

Yew Chung College of Early Childhood Education Limited; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Aberdeen City is seeking a qualified individual to engage in the Jockey Club 'CoolPlay' Project. The role involves collecting and analyzing data for project evaluation, conducting literature reviews, and collaborating with educators and families. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree, with proficiency in software like SPSS and Nvivo being essential. Strong research and organizational skills are required. This is a stimulating opportunity to contribute to early childhood education initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 3 years’ relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience in developing assessments and evaluation for school projects.
• Strong research skills and proficiency in data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse qualitative and/or quantitative data for project evaluation.
• Conduct literature review.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Research skills

Organizational skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Associate Degree with relevant experience

Tools

SPSS

Nvivo

Job description

Overview

Jockey Club 'CoolPlay' Project Phase 2 is generously funded by a HK$64 million donation from the Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust. The project aims to ignite a passion for STEM learning in young children, setting the stage for future STEM education. Through our focus on play and exploration, we aim to enrich children's learning interests, learning attitudes (including resilience), and skills (including observing and predicting). This endeavour will be supported by a growing community of specially trained educators and experts, engaged parents, as well as the passionate community. With our internationally recognised STEM learning resource kit - JumpStarter, we make exploration easily accessible for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse qualitative and/or quantitative data for project evaluation
• Conduct literature review
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Project Co-Director or his delegates

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 3 years’ relevant experience, or Associate Degree / Higher Diploma (or equivalent qualification) with at least 5 years’ relevant experience;
• At least 3 year of experience working in a role in developing assessments and evaluation for school projects
• Experience working with young children, families, or teachers
• Proficiency in using software for data analysis, such as SPSS or Nvivo.
• Familiarity with online research databases and tools.
• Ability to use technology to enhance research productivity.
• Strong research skills, including the ability to conduct literature reviews and develop evaluation tools.
• Proficiency in data collection and analysis, both qualitative and quantitative.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.