Job Advert: Research Assistant (0.4FTE)

The Constitution Unit is the main research centre in the School of Public Policy at University College London, focusing on constitutional reform and comparative constitutional study. The Unit has a strong policy focus and works closely with government, parliament and the courts. It currently has five senior researchers, four research assistants and various research interns.  It is a stimulating work environment with a strong tradition of supporting young researchers and growing their skills and experience to the fullest extent.

The Constitution Unit is seeking to appoint a Research Assistant to work alongside the Deputy Director Dr Meg Russell, in her work on parliament. Responsibilities include conducting literature searches, compiling bibliographies, inputting and analysing data, arranging interviews and updating project websites. The post is funded for 1 year from the start date and we are looking to recruit as soon as possible.

Key Requirements

The successful applicant must have a 2:1 degree or above, in politics or a related field, and a good knowledge and understanding of British politics.  They will have strong research skills, excellent written English, strong IT skills, and a good track record of prioritising their own workload and meeting deadlines. Knowledge of the British parliament, and experience of using Access databases and/or research software such as Endnote, SPSS and Nvivo would all be an advantage.

Further Details

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of the page. To apply for the vacancy please read the submission requirements carefully and click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below.

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Meg Russell (meg.russell@ucl.ac.uk). If you have any queries regarding the vacancy itself or the application process, or you require a paper version of the details, please contact Sydonnie Hyman email s.hyman@ucl.ac.uk, tel +44 (0)207 679 4944.

Deadline for applications: Monday 16 April, 9.00am

Interviews are expected: Monday 30 April

Documents

• Job Description & Person Specification
• Shortlisting form

Applications via the UCL job site:

• http://www.ucl.ac.uk/hr/jobs/index.php

Jobs at the Constitution Unit

Research Assistant (full time for 12 months): the impact of the British Parliament on Legislation – reference 1175650

Grade 6, £27,796 per annum

We are seeking to appoint two Research Assistants (this and 1175701) to work on a major new project led by Dr Meg Russell on The Impact of the British Parliament on Legislation. This is a 2-year project funded by the Nuffield Foundation and runs until 31 January 2013. The full-time Research Assistant will be appointed for 12 months, and primarily be responsible for collecting and analysing data on legislative amendments in the House of Commons and House of Lords. The successful applicant must have a good first degree in Politics and/or Law, and a strong interest in and understanding of the British parliament. They will ideally also have either experience of parliamentary or legal research or a postgraduate qualification. A close attention to detail and absolute fluency with the English language are essential. Experience with databases, statistical analysis and/or content analysis are also desirable.

Information about this project is available at http://www.ucl.ac.uk/constitution-unit/research/parliament/legislation.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of the page. To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below. Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Meg Russell (meg.russell@ucl.ac.uk). If you have any queries regarding the vacancy itself or the application process, or you require a paper version of the details, please contact Victoria Spence, Constitution Unit Administrator, email v.spence@ucl.ac.uk, tel +44 (0)207 679 4977.

Closing date: Thursday 24 February, 23:59

Interviews: Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 March 2011

Job Description & Person Specification

Apply on the UCL jobs website

Research Assistant (part time for 22 months): the impact of the British Parliament on Legislation – reference 1175701

Grade 6, £27,796 per annum (pro rata is £13,898)

We are seeking to appoint two Research Assistants (this and 1175650) to work on a major new project led by Dr Meg Russell on The Impact of the British Parliament on Legislation. This is a 2-year project funded by the Nuffield Foundation and runs until 31 January 2013. The part-time Research Assistant will be appointed for 22 months, and primarily be responsible for collecting and analysing data on legislative amendments in the House of Commons and House of Lords, plus assisting with data analysis and organisation of interviews. The successful applicant must have a good first degree in Politics and/or Law, and a strong interest in and understanding of the British parliament. They will ideally also have either experience of parliamentary or legal research or a postgraduate qualification. A close attention to detail and absolute fluency with the English language are essential. Experience with databases, statistical analysis and/or content analysis are also desirable.

Information about this project is available at http://www.ucl.ac.uk/constitution-unit/research/parliament/legislation.

A job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of the page. To apply for the vacancy please click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below. Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Meg Russell (meg.russell@ucl.ac.uk). If you have any queries regarding the vacancy itself or the application process, or you require a paper version of the details, please contact Victoria Spence, Constitution Unit Administrator, email v.spence@ucl.ac.uk, tel +44 (0)207 679 4977.

Closing date: Thursday 24 February, 23:59

Interviews: Monday 14 and Tuesday 15 March 2011

Job Description & Person Specification

Apply on the UCL jobs website