Centre Research Assistant

Please note, this post is fixed term for 24 months, and full time at 1 FTE Closing Date: Wednesday 21 February 2024 Interview Date: Wednesday 06 March 2024 An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to contribute to the growth and delivery of the Centre for Innovation in Fatherhood and Family Research.  The Centre builds on the foundations of a UKRI funded Future Leaders Fellowship study, called ‘Following Young Fathers Further’ (FYFF), under the Directorship of Professor Anna Tarrant. The study, which commenced in January 2020, was an ambitious participatory, qualitative longitudinal and international comparative study that aims to understand and transform the way society constructs and responds to young fathers (aged 25 and under). Further information about the study can be found at: http://followingyoungfathersfurther.org.  You will be based in the new Centre, located in the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, (COASSH) at the University of Lincoln. The Centre is also aligned with the School of Social and Political Sciences, which houses Politics and International Relations, Criminology, Social Policy, and Sociology. You will work closely with the Centre Manager and other colleagues and will be involved in: the continued analysis and management of the Following Young Fathers Further dataset; employing appropriate social science research methodologies in evaluations, consultancy, and other research projects; and the creation of a training programme in father-inclusive practice.  The University of Lincoln has established a reputation as one of the most dynamic, fastest growing universities in the UK. Situated in the heart of a beautiful and historic city it has built an international reputation for the quality of its’ teaching and research.  The University offers a wide range of staff benefits, including a generous annual leave allowance of 35 days per year pro rata (plus an additional 14 bank holiday and concessionary days), progressive pay rates, access to discounts at popular stores and more.   Ideally the candidate will be available to take up the position in March 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter. If you would like further information or an informal discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact Prof Anna Tarrant at atarrant@lincoln.ac.uk Email details to a friend Further details: Job Description and Person Specification You can find out more about working at Lincoln, and everything that we have to offer, at:  https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/jobopportunities/ We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBTQIA+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other. Please note: If you think you may require a visa to work in the UK, please refer to UK Visas and Immigration or UK Visas – Information for Prospective Staff before embarking upon an application, to ensure that you understand the requirements for sponsorship. You may be eligible to work in the UK via other alternative visa routes such as the Global Talent Visa or by having Settlement / ILR; please refer to the UK Visas pages above for further details.