Student Research Assistant
Student Research Assistant
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Job Description
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a student interested in research in literature and/or the humanities to support a new research project and an upcoming conference in comparative literature entitled Comparative Methods: Worlds Institutions Disciplines.
Duties and Responsibilities
The role will involve supporting our work on the project and may include tasks such as:
- Compiling bibliographies
- Researching external partners
- Contributing to an online blog
- Administrative support for the symposium
Person specification criteria
We are looking for someone who is passionate about literature and/or the humanities. Ideally the person would have some experience of writing summarising and analysing materials and/or experience of events organisation.
Additional Information
Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Tomas Elliott and Jacob McGuinn . However all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.
Application process
Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged but voluntary.
Applications must include a covering letter of no more than one page and a full curriculum vitae.
The panel will be shortlisting for this position on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this post before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications.
Interviews are expected to commence w/c 14 April 2025.
Position Type
Salary Range
Additional Information
About the University
Northeastern University London (NU London) is a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London and is part of Northeastern Universitys global campus network.Overlooking the River Thames near Tower Bridge NU London offers academically challenging educational programmes designed to inspire innovative thinking encourage interdisciplinary study and provide global experiences. The bright and modern campus offers award winning contemporary facilities for students and staff including state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces.
Inspired by excellence infused with an energy of ideas and ability in motion at NU London being a part of our staff is to be a part of a collective of entrepreneurs and educators builders and thinkers.NU London is growing quickly offering opportunity and growth for our staff. Currently hosting 1500 students our aim is to have 4000 students by 2028/29.
Choose NU London
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents the University supports staff maintaining a good work/life balance your health and wellness are of utmost importance to us and our offerings encompass:
25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and winter break holidays (normally 2 days between Christmas and New Year).
Access to personalised Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plans and opportunities.
Support with private medical insurance.
Eye test reimbursement.
Cycle Scheme vouchers.
24/7 employee assistance/ support via our Employee Assistance Programme.
Access to deals and discounts for food & shopping in the local area.
Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to:
They can be reached at the following:
However all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.
Application process
Applications should be made by 23:59 on the job postings end date (if applicable).
Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged but voluntary.
Applications must include a covering letter of no more than one page that addresses the criteria for the role and a full curriculum vitae.
The panel will be shortlisting for this position on a rolling basis so please apply as soon as possible. We reserve the right to close this post before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications.
Please note this role may require a basic or enhanced DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities government guidance and complies with best practice and Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.
For staffs own wellbeing for part time roles the expectation is if you have multiple roles they should not exceed full time 37.5 hours per week) and for full time roles the expectation is that this will be your only role (apart from intermittent roles).
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from all underrepresented groups including the Global Majority. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
Employment Type
Part-Time
