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Job Description
We are looking for a research assistant who can contribute substantively to the design and delivery of this experiment. Key responsibilities and objectives of the role:
- Conduct a literature review and identify relevant literature to inform the design of the interventions and selection of outcome measures, focusing on political science and (social/political) psychology literature, and on studies using quantitative and experimental approaches.
In addition, depending on the skills/interests of the RA and time available, there may be scope to contribute to the following:
- Supporting the design of the interventions themselves e.g.:
- Identifying existing written or video stimuli,
- Drafting/designing written stimuli, and/or
- Scripting, filming and editing stimuli.
- Preparing documents for ethical approval.
- Creating the survey instrument in Qualtrics.
- Managing the listing of the experiment on Prolific, and recruitment of participants.
- Participating in analysis of the experimental data in R.
- Contributing to drafting of the final paper and the journal submissions process.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Political Science or related field
Skills
Essential:
- Interest in and/or knowledge of the relevant literature.
- Understanding of experimental methods, particularly survey experiments.
- Experience working independently to contribute to a research project.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Proactive approach with initiative and drive.
Desirable:
- Experience with Qualtrics, Prolific and/or R
Please tell us about your:
- Interest in and/or knowledge of issues relating to gender equality, gender and politics, or masculinity.
- Understanding of survey experimental methodology.
- Experience working independently to contribute to a research project.
- Experience using Qualtrics, Prolific and/or R.
In addition, please submit a 1000 - 2000 word writing sample that you have written in the relevant field (journal, article, report, assignment etc)
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Qualifications
BA in a social science discipline
Skills
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The Visa and International Student Advice (V.I.S.A) team at King’s is seeking friendly and professional current Undergraduate students looking for experience working in a support/advice and customer-focused role to help us welcome and support our international students during the beginning of the 2024/5 academic year.
Employment dates are likely to cover the whole of September 2024. We may also need assistance helping out with the support sessions we run for your Pre-sessional students in June-September 2024.
The main purposes of this role will be:
- Assisting with International Orientation days in September 2024: this is a bespoke Welcome event for new Undergraduate international students which will take place on campus on Wednesday 11th September 2024 (so you must be available for this date). You will be involved in leading in person sessions for new international students, being a welcoming face + providing your own views and experiences on being a new student at King’s, managing a reception desk and other stewarding duties.
- Assisting with the V.I.S.A teams Welcome Hub stalls during the main on campus Welcome to King’s week in September 2024 (16th - 19th September 2024).
- Helping with queue management of drop-in service + providing administrative support in September 2024, to ensure students are seen on a first-come first-served basis, ensuring an excellent student experience.
- Assisting the team in delivering a successful Student Visa Renewal advice service for current pre-sessional international students hoping to join their main programme of study in September by supporting with queue management and other stewarding duties.
We may also call upon ambassadors throughout the academic year to assist with events and activities such as our participation in the wellbeing hubs or to provide feedback on team services to help us improve these moving forwards.
Working Hours
Approximately 6-12 hours per week from first week of September 2024 – mid October 2024.
**Please note that hours per week are variable and could stretch up to 20 hours per week. However, this may change and we would strongly recommend that you do not rely on this role as your sole source of income during the above period**
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an informal in-person group session to meet members of the Visa and International Student Advice team and be assessed for their suitability for the role in June (after the exam period).
Qualifications
Current King’s College London students only
Skills
- Current King’s College London students only
- Friendly, welcoming and customer focused
- Previous experience in an advice/support role is preferred
- Excellent attention to detail
- Calm under pressure, and able to refer complex queries to Specialist International Student Advisors.
- Confident in public speaking and delivering presentations/interactive sessions to new students
Please note that we may ask for your assistance and feedback in creating the sessions for in person International Orientation days.
You will also be required to attend in-person training at the end of August 2024.
The Visa and International Student Advice (V.I.S.A) team at King’s is seeking friendly and professional current Undergraduate students looking for experience working in a support/advice and customer-focused role to help us welcome and support our international students during the beginning of the 2024/5 academic year.
Employment dates are likely to cover the whole of September 2024. We may also need assistance helping out with the support sessions we run for your Pre-sessional students in June-September 2024.
The main purposes of this role will be:
- Assisting with International Orientation days in September 2024: this is a bespoke Welcome event for new Undergraduate international students which will take place on campus on Thursday 12th September 2024 (so you must be available for this date). You will be involved in leading in person sessions for new international students, being a welcoming face + providing your own views and experiences on being a new student at King’s, managing a reception desk and other stewarding duties.
- Assisting with the V.I.S.A teams Welcome Hub stalls during the main on campus Welcome to King’s week in September 2024 (16th - 19th September 2024).
- Helping with queue management of drop-in service + providing administrative support in September 2024, to ensure students are seen on a first-come first-served basis, ensuring an excellent student experience.
- Assisting the team in delivering a successful Student Visa Renewal advice service for current pre-sessional international students hoping to join their main programme of study in September by supporting with queue management and other stewarding duties
We may also call upon ambassadors throughout the academic year to assist with events and activities such as our participation in the wellbeing hubs or to provide feedback on team services to help us improve these moving forwards.
Working Hours
Approximately 6-12 hours per week from first week of September 2024 – mid October 2024.
**Please note that hours per week are variable and could stretch up to 20 hours per week. However, this may change and we would strongly recommend that you do not rely on this role as your sole source of income during the above period**
Shortlisted applicants may be invited for an informal in-person group session to meet members of the Visa and International Student Advice team and be assessed for their suitability for the role in June (after the exam period).
Qualifications
Current King’s College London students only
Skills
- Current King’s College London students only
- Friendly, welcoming and customer focused
- Previous experience in an advice/support role is preferred
- Excellent attention to detail
- Calm under pressure, and able to refer complex queries to Specialist International Student Advisors.
- Confident in public speaking and delivering presentations/interactive sessions to new students
Please note that we may ask for your assistance and feedback in creating the sessions for in person International Orientation days.
You will also be required to attend in-person training at the end of August 2024.
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