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Student and Learning Services Student Researcher (up to 10 posts available) 8.

00 per hour Part time (average 7.5 hours per week) Closing date: Sheffield Hallam University has a history of employing institutional research and evaluation to gather quality evidence to inform ways to enhance student engagement and the overall student experience. We are looking for an enthusiastic Sheffield Hallam University student to work on a research project that will gather evidence to enhance the student experience. We are seeking confident students who will be able to either conduct survey research and/or focus groups with students as participants. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, and be able to communicate effectively with staff and students at all levels. You will have passed a research-related module on your current or most recent degree programme (that may have entailed conducting a literature review, service evaluation, auditing work). You will be able to demonstrate proven IT skills, and have experience of social networking. Working on average of 7 hours 24 minutes per week, you will possess a flexible attitude to the demand of the role, and be able to manage your time effectively. The post is restricted to funding of up to 100 hours. Role details: You will work as part of a research team that comprises various departments throughout the University. You will be largely responsible for carrying out research, which will be quantitative and/or qualitative-based. There will be opportunities to be actively involved in identifying supporting literature, the analysis of data, report writing and presenting work at events. Benefits: Gain valuable experience in project management, research and evaluation, and academic writing; Opportunity to receive hands-on training in academic research and receive insight from members of staff who specialise in higher education research; Opportunity to present at academic workshops and/or conferences; Opportunity to engage in academic writing that may lead to a submission to an academic journal.

PERSON SPECIFICATION Post: Student Researcher

Faculty/Dept: Student and Learning Services Details ATTAINMENT Evidenced achievements eg relevant qualifications (or equivalents), training, membership of professional bodies
Currently studying a degree programme at Sheffield Hallam University Passed a research-related module on your current (or most recent) degree programme (or equivalent experience that may have entailed such experiences like conducting a literature review, service evaluation or auditing work) Experience of working in a professional environment with multiple stakeholders Knowledge of research methods, principles and practice Experience of undertaking a research project Experience of undertaking a literature review Experience of collating and analysing data Experience of report writing Experience using SPSS and/or Nvivo software

E*
E

D*

EXPERIENCE Type of experience and specific knowledge required for this job

E D D D D D

COMPETENCES Skills and abilities required for effective performance eg numeracy, attention to detail, oral and written communication, planning and organising, leadership skills, ability to cope with conflicting demands/deadlines PERSONAL QUALITIES Disposition and characteristics relevant to the job eg leadership skills, resilience, persuasiveness, ability to cope with conflicting demands/deadlines, ability to work with others, ability to motivate/influence, creativity and innovation OTHER INFORMATION RELEVANT TO THE POST eg shift work or unusual hours, travel in UK or abroad, driving

High level of IT skills Excellent written communication skills Excellent verbal communication skills, including the ability to present information verbally to an audience Ability to manage time effectively Ability to work to deadlines Ability to work in a team and on own initiative Flexible and enthusiastic approach to work Ability to cope with conflicting demands and deadlines

E E E

E E E E E

Flexible working arrangements according to the needs of the service Ability to travel between campuses

* Indicates E for essential and D for desirable

Further Details
Further Details for Applicants
Student and Learning Services (SLS) The Directorate of Student and Learning Services was formed in March 2009 and is responsible for the delivery of learning, IT and advisory services and support to our students, from pre-entry advice through to career guidance, and for many of the University's underpinning processes and systems. The Learning Centres at both City and Collegiate Campuses are also operated by SLS. We aim to enable all learners to realise their potential by working in partnership with Faculties, Departments and external organisations to give our students a positive experience. The SLS "People Principles" (see below) demonstrate our commitment to creating an environment in which staff feel motivated and enjoy a stimulating and rewarding experience at work. These principles are underpinned by the SLS Attributes Framework which is used in our recruitment process - see the person specification for further details of the attributes required for the post you are applying for. While the majority of staff are based at City Campus, all of our services are readily accessible at Collegiate Crescent Campus. The Directorate's work is split into portfolios: Learning and Information Services Information Systems and Technology Pre-Enrolment Services International Development Business Services Quality Enhancement and Student Success Quality Enhancement and Student Success Quality Enhancement and Student Success (QESS) Portfolio has the shared goal of a student experience that results in high levels of learning and personal development for all students. QESS includes the following eight teams:

Transitions and Advisory Services Student Wellbeing Disabled Student Support Careers and Employment Academic Quality and Standards Technology Enhanced Learning Innovation and Professional Development Student Experience

The Post (Student Researcher) The nature of the work of this post is to contribute to student experience research for Sheffield Hallam University by undertaking a range of work such as: design questionnaires analyse survey data recruit student participants for individual interviews informing the project team of level of participant engagement, and any emerging issues and challenges helping to identify supporting literature, contributing to the data analysis and report writing

The Person The successful candidate will be currently studying for a degree programme at Sheffield Hallam University. We are looking for someone who has passed a research-related module on their current or most recent course of study, with excellent interpersonal skills who is able to communicate effectively with staff and students at all levels. Experience of undertaking research, conducting a literature review, collating and analysing data, and report writing would be advantageous. The successful candidate will be flexible in their approach to work, and will be interested and enthusiastic in being involved in a variety of tasks.

Additional Information Salary: 8.00/hour The post is part-time that may take-up an average of 7 hours 24 minutes per week. The weekly schedule will be determined through agreement between the post holder and the line manager and will be flexible enough to fit around the schedule of a fulltime student. The selection event will take place at City Campus. The selection process will comprise a short interview and a practical activity. Short-listed applicants will be sent the activity to complete and bring with them to the selection event.

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