1 Part time, Scientific jobs in Dundee

Working closely with the Principle Investigator (PI), Dr Emma Bolger, you will support the PI in data collection in Gaelic and data analysis, writing a literature review with translation to Gaelic and English as well as a final report and other relevant dissemination tools and their translation to Gaelic and English. This project will carry out a mixed methods research approach which will include qualitative face to face focus group interviews conducted with senior phase (S4-6) pupils in GME in several local authorities and a self-administered online survey. The research assistant will be required to recruit and conduct these Gaelic-language focus groups and co-design and recruit participants to surveys. For the focus groups, the proposed locations are Glaschu, Dùn Èideann, Inbhir Nis, Comhairle nan Eilean Siar. Travel time and costs will be incorporated in the job role. The role will require an average of 1 day per week throughout the contract period, but the working days may be undertaken in blocks in line with the role requirements.

• An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a relevant subject (e.g. social sciences, education, psychology, research methods)
• Mixed methods research experience
• Report writing and other presentation skills
• Experience of leading focus groups
• Fluent Gaelic Speaker
• Ability to write to meet the needs of stakeholders from both professional and academic backgrounds
• Knowledge and understanding of Gaelic Medium Education
• Understanding of robust ethical conduct in research, particularly in relation to research with young people
  
  Neach-taic rannsachaidh, fogluim troimh mheadhon na Gàidhlig, buannachd airson dreuchdan ann an Alba do òigridh aig àm fàgail na sgoile