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The role

An exciting opportunity for a Research Fellow in Educational Dialogue at the Surrey Institute for Education (contract up to 14 months). 

This information sheet should be read in conjunction with the accompanying generic Research RA1A Role Profile and will be used for shortlisting processes.  More specifically the post holder will be expected to:

The researcher’s main priority is to work on the ‘Educational Dialogue for improving Foundation Year Student Outcomes’, funded by  Nuffield Foundation Grant. The project includes collaborators from Sheffield Hallam University, Sheffield University, Kent University, Queen Mary University London and Kingston University. The aim of the project is to create resources to support Foundation Year teachers to enhance students’ oral language skills, in particular their educational dialogue, to increase students’ self-efficacy, belongingness, learning outcomes, retention and progression. 

The post holder will be responsible for evaluating the project outcomes through pre and post tests (questionnaires), pre and post audio recordings of pair interaction and post project interviews with students and Foundation Year academic staff. The post holder will also contribute to the writing of reports and scholarly publications.   

About you The post holder must have:

• A Ph.D. in Education, Applied Linguistics or Psychology,  and experience of quantitative and qualitative research methods. 
• Strong background and experience in using statistical packages. 
• Proficiency in learning computer packages (e.g., Qualtrics, SPSS)
• The ability and initiative to analyse complex problems;
• The ability to work as part of a research team.
• The ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.

 It is desirable that the post holder has:

• A strong research track record in educational-related fields including quantitative and qualitative research methodology. 
• Previous experience with research projects.

How to apply

Please make your application on the university website and submit a CV and a cover letter. 

For an informal discussion please contact Marion Heron (m.heron@surrey.ac.uk).

Please note interviews are scheduled to take place week commencing 30th September. 

Further details

Job Description

For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.

In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.

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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all.  We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community.  Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.