Master’s Research Trainee – Hybrid, Policy Impact

HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council); Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) is seeking Master's Research Trainees in Cape Town to contribute to policy-relevant research addressing South Africa's developmental challenges. Candidates will engage in innovative interdisciplinary projects across various social science areas.

Successful applicants must possess an Honours degree in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong interest in socio-economic issues. The role includes participating in the research process, managing projects, and presenting findings.

Qualifications

• Must be South African citizens with a relevant Honours degree and registered for a Master's degree.
• Demonstrated understanding of social, economic, and governance issues affecting South Africa.
• Sound grounding in research methods recommended.

Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the research process.
• Help conceptualize and execute research projects.
• Assist with research proposals and ethical reviews.
• Supervise research projects and analyze data.
• Write research results and present them at forums.

Skills

Research methods

Data analysis software (STATA, SPSS, R, Nvivo, AtlasTI)

Education

Relevant Honours degree

Job description

HSRC (Human Sciences Research Council) is seeking Master's Research Trainees in Cape Town to contribute to policy-relevant research addressing South Africa's developmental challenges. Candidates will engage in innovative interdisciplinary projects across various social science areas.

Successful applicants must possess an Honours degree in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong interest in socio-economic issues. The role includes participating in the research process, managing projects, and presenting findings.