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King's College London

1mo ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Data
    Research & Development
  • London

Requirements

  • A working level knowledge of R and/or Python
  • Some experience in independently designing a research project (e.g. a PhD or MA thesis)
  • Strong analytical skills (as evidenced in research projects and/or methodological training)
  • Strong writing skills (as evidenced in a short writing sample)
  • A demonstrated interest in applying digital humanities methods to the field of national or international security or another related field
  • Some working knowledge of Scandinavian languages is desirable
  • Basic administrative skills and some experience is desirable
  • Interest in nuclear weapons, deterrence and the High North is desirable
  • Experience with working in digital or physical archives is desirable

Responsibilities

  • The candidate will have a leading role in collecting and systematizing a digital corpus of sources from Nordic countries.
  • Conducting a range of research tasks using R on this corpus.
  • Assist with organization of seminars and a workshop.
  • Will have the opportunity to co-author working papers with the PI team.
  • The majority of tasks will focus on digital source collection and analysis, working closely with the P.I. team, with some additional support on organizing events and outreach.

FAQs

What is the job title being offered?

The job title is Research Assistant.

What is the duration of the contract for the Research Assistant position?

The position is a fixed-term contract from 1 June 2025 to 31 March 2027.

What percentage of a full-time role does this position represent?

This is a part-time post at 40% of a full-time role, which equates to 15 hours per week.

What is the main focus of the Research Assistant's responsibilities?

The main focus includes collecting and systematizing a digital corpus of sources from Nordic countries, conducting research tasks using R on the corpus, assisting with organization of seminars and a workshop, and co-authoring working papers with the Principal Investigator team.

Is knowledge of Scandinavian languages required for this position?

While Scandinavian language skills are desirable, they are not essential for the position.

What are the essential criteria for candidates applying for this role?

The essential criteria include a working knowledge of R and/or Python, experience in independently designing a research project, strong analytical skills, and strong writing skills.

Is work experience in digital or physical archives a requirement for the role?

No, experience with working in digital or physical archives is considered desirable but not required.

Where will the Research Assistant be expected to meet the Principal Investigator team?

The Research Assistant is expected to meet with the PI team at the Strand campus in London on a weekly basis.

How should candidates submit their applications?

Candidates should submit a copy of their CV and a supporting statement detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert.

When are interviews for this position expected to be held?

Interviews are due to be held in May.

What is the salary range for the Research Assistant position?

The salary range is £38,482 - £43,249 per annum, inclusive of London Weighting.

Is sponsorship available for candidates without the right to work in the UK?

No, the position does not offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK.

Who can candidates contact for more information about the position?

Candidates can contact Målfrid Braut-Hegghammer at malfrid.braut-hegghammer@kcl.ac.uk for more information.

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King's College London

Education
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5001-10,000
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Mission & Purpose

King’s College London is amongst the top 40 universities in the world and top 10 in Europe (THE World University Rankings 2024), and one of England’s oldest and most prestigious universities.  With an outstanding reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research, King’s maintained its sixth position for ‘research power’ in the UK (2021 Research Excellence Framework).   King's has more than 33,000 students (including more than 12,800 postgraduates) from some 150 countries worldwide, and 8,500 staff. For nearly 200 years, King’s students and staff have used their knowledge and insight to make a positive impact on people, society and the planet. Focused on delivering positive change at home in London, across the UK and around the world, King’s is building on its history of addressing the world’s most urgent challenges head on to accelerate progress, make discoveries and pioneer innovation. Visit the website to find out more about Vision 2029, which sets out bold ambitions for the future of King’s as we look towards our 200th anniversary.

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