Postdoctoral Researcher

Fighting Words; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational organization in Belfast is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct high-level research and data analysis that supports the advancement of creative opportunities for children and young people. The role offers a hybrid work model and is focused on fostering creativity and imagination. Suitable candidates should possess a 2.1 Honours degree, experience in empirical research, and a strong interest in child-led creativity.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience with empirical research methods.
• Interest in promoting child-led creativity is essential.
• Candidates should be familiar with the educational context.

Responsibilities

• Conduct high-level research and data analysis.
• Focus on advancing the organisation's objectives.

Skills

Empirical research methods

Interest in child-led creativity

Awareness of educational context

Education

2.1 Honours degree or equivalent

Master’s degree (desirable)

Job description

Fighting Words Northern Ireland has been empowering children and young people between the ages of 6 and 18 to discover their creative potential since 2015, providing over 12,000 free opportunities in writing and storytelling. Focused especially on schools in areas of multiple deprivation, the organisation supports the development of self-confidence and communication skills through diverse genres such as plays, fiction, poetry, radio, and film. By fostering creativity and imagination, Fighting Words Northern Ireland plays a vital role in young people's personal and educational growth.

Role Description

• This is a full-time hybrid role for a Postdoctoral Researcher, located in the Belfast Metropolitan Area, with opportunities for remote work. The Postdoctoral Researcher will focus on conducting high-level research, data analysis, and activities centered on advancing the organisation’s objectives.

Skills and Experience in the Candidate

• Experience of empirical research methods and/or arts evaluation
• An interest in child-led creativity
• Awareness of/interest in educational context

While designed by the co-supervisors as a PhD in English or Education, it is possible that this project could evolve into a PhD in Arts Management, in which case tertiary supervision would be sought from that subject area.

Entrance Requirements

A 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. While a Master’s degree (or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University) is not essential, it is desirable and applicants without this qualification will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

How to apply

Apply using the QUB online Postgraduate Applications Portal and follow the step-by-step instructions on how to apply.