Research Assistant - Deaf access by Deaf people - 0.5FTE -Until March 2028

The University Of Wolverhampton; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A higher education institution is seeking a talented Research Assistant to contribute to an ESRC funded project on Deaf Mediators, Interpreters, and Translators in Europe. Candidates should be fluent in sign language and qualified to postgraduate level. The role involves research, analysis, and collaboration on significant topics impacting Deaf communities.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Standard Life Pension scheme

Long Service Recognition

Free Will Writing Service

Gym memberships discounts

Wellbeing and Mental Health Support

Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements

Free On-site Parking

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting academic research.
• Ability to contribute to multiple research strands.
• Fluency in a sign language is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on DMIT processes in various countries.
• Assist with cross-linguistic analysis and literature review.
• Collaborate with the full-time Research Assistant on the project.

Skills

Fluent in sign language

Research methods knowledge

Ability to undertake cross-linguistic analysis

Education

Postgraduate qualification in relevant discipline

Job description

We are seeking a talented and ambitious fluent signing researcher to work on the Open Research Area 8th call (ORA8) an ESRC funded research project. This research will contribute to this literature by focusing on the process and production of Deaf Mediators, Interpreters, and Translators (DMIT) by undertaking a:

i. representative review of the situation of DMIT in selected European countries

ii. cross-linguistic analysis of DMIT interpreting and translation in selected settings

This research will examine the impact of the different journeys and unique histories including the impact of different DMIT professionals within each country in three areas:

1. the translation of information by government, municipality, and non-government organisations from written to signed languages found on websites, new media, and other avenues to provide access to wider society,

2. interpreting on television broadcasts and via webcast to signed languages, and

3. interpreting within conference settings

The research will also explore the features of DMIT products within the three areas that facilitate comprehension by deaf audiences. This allows for a comparison between countries across all three areas with some focus on country-specific linguistic and cultural expectations (our focus being the UK). It should also find factors that facilitate comprehension in all countries and contexts.

We welcome applications from excellent candidates who can contribute to this research project. To be considered for this Research Assistant post you will ideally be an experienced, trained researcher, qualified to postgraduate level in a relevant discipline.

We are looking to recruit 1 x 0.5 FTE Research Assistants to work alongside our full-time Research Assistant – the scope will include all four research strands (Employment WP1; Translation WP2; Media WP3; Conference WP4). You will need to be fluent in a sign language and possess sufficient breadth or depth of knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to provide research assistance to the project.

Please see the Job Description for further details on these posts.

The University of Wolverhampton values a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

For further information about these roles, please contact [e-mail] who is fluent in BSL and ASL.

BSL version available at:

https://wlv.cloud.panopto.eu/Panopto/Pages/Viewer.aspx?id=8bb014f1-cdda-4d44-8b5a-b392010d0e5f&start=0

Staff Benefits

Your Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Standard Life Pension scheme— with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University’s defined contribution scheme.
• Long Service Recognition— £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service.
• Free Will Writing Service— Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners.
• IT & Mobile Discounts— EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts.

Supporting Your Health & Wellbeing

• Wellbeing and Mental Health Support— 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service.
• Gym memberships discounts— at our Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton.
• Eyecare Support - Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution.
• Flu Vouchers— Free flu vaccinations for staff.
• Paycare Health Benefit Plan— Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance.
• Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms— Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services.

Valuing You

• Generous Annual Leave (see table below)
• Flexible & Agile Working— Flexible and Hybrid working arrangements.
• Free On-site Parking— available across campuses
• Cycle Benefits Scheme— Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice.
• Employee Discounts— Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel Discounts— Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles.

Training and Development

• Staff Network and Inclusion— Access to support networks and events with our LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women’s networks.
• Library Access— Staff have access to books and resources at our onsite libraries.
• Staff Scholarship Scheme— Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
• Leadership and Management Development— Access to training opportunities to support you with advancing in your career.