Postdoctoral Research Fellow — Celtic Language Education Policy

Stirling; Stirling; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A research institution in Stirling is seeking a candidate for a project focusing on the decline of Anglophone language-learning. The role involves conducting comparative analysis, developing partnerships with schools, and utilizing mixed research methods. Successful applicants will prepare outputs for academic conferences and engage with the public. This position is ideal for those with strong skills in data analysis and policy research, aiming to impact language education across Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Ireland.

Qualifications

• Experience in comparative policy analysis related to language education.
• Ability to design and conduct empirical research using various methods.
• Strong data analysis skills at both micro and macro levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comparative policy analysis in language education.
• Identify and access existing data sets for research.
• Create partnerships with local schools for data collection.
• Prepare scholarly outputs and policy reports.

Skills

Comparative policy analysis

Quantitative and qualitative research methods

Data analysis

Partnership building

Public engagement

Education

Relevant degree (e.g., education, social sciences)

Job description

A research institution in Stirling is seeking a candidate for a project focusing on the decline of Anglophone language-learning. The role involves conducting comparative analysis, developing partnerships with schools, and utilizing mixed research methods. Successful applicants will prepare outputs for academic conferences and engage with the public. This position is ideal for those with strong skills in data analysis and policy research, aiming to impact language education across Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Ireland.