Senior Researcher

Youth Advantage UK

Remote

Unpaid role, expenses not paid

Voluntary

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Job description

The Senior Researcher in an Initial Research Team is the operational lead for one
particular project at a time, they will work with the Research Manager and within
the Initial Research Framework in order to plan and execute the research. At the
conclusion of research projects the Senior Researcher is responsible for providing
an accurate research report which allows for consideration as to what happens
next with the research inline with our organisation's purpose.The role of Senior
Researcher is key in our organisation's progress and overall positive output as it is
the starting point for all of our work. It is therefore important Senior Researchers
are committed and capable.

Responsibilities may include:

To oversee and take part in the planning and execution of initial research projects
To supervise a team of approximately 4 research volunteers, delegating and creating tasks according to the research plan
To work with and support the Research Manager, ensuring task coordination across platforms such as ClickUp and a high level of communication across the team
To ensure outputs such as literature reviews and surveys are completed to the highest standard possible, in line with ethical considerations if relevant
To comply with and advise on using the OSCOLA referencing system
To organise analysis of Freedom of Information request data sets
To collaborate with the rest of the team and the RM to provide an internal research report at the end of the research project, including a summary and key recommendations for next steps
To conduct 1-1s and lead team meetings where necessary
To regularly communicate with team members about their task progress, welfare and support needs

Required experience and qualifications:

To have experience in supervising or managing a group of people
Clear communication skills and a demonstrable level of academic writing to a high standard
In depth knowledge of qualitative research methods and secondary data analysis, quantitative experience a plus
To have knowledge on children’s human rights in the UK and other related areas
To have an undergraduate degree, master’s degree a plus, in a related subject

A Little About Us!

Youth Advantage UK is a research-led, un incorporated un registered charitable organization. We use a research-led approach to protect the rights and interests of young people through positive action such as projects, policy work, research, services, events. We promote and empower change.

Why we need you!

Youth Advantage UK are in our early stages but are growing and looking for volunteers to help achieve our aims to become a registered charitable organization. Your skills and expertise are what we need to continue to grow. Without our volunteers we cannot grow and appreciate those who apply with us!

What we offer!

Anybody who wishes to help and contribute to a good cause are welcome to apply for one of our volunteering positions. We will speak to you about what your aims are to ensure that the volunteering position you are applying for is suitable. By volunteering you have the chance to learn something new and contribute to a successful organization who is looking to help young people in the UK.

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