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Research Assistant

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    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
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    Research & Development
  • Cambridge

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  • You must have a Master’s in Psychology or related fields, research experience, strong organization skills, and proficiency in SPSS, R, and Matlab.
  • You will assist in running the experimental lab, develop materials, recruit participants, collect data, prepare analyses, and archive research projects for CJBS members.

Requirements

  • You will have a Master's degree in Psychology, Organisational Behaviour, or another behavioural field (e.g., Behavioural Engineering, Behavioural Economics) using experimental research methods, or equivalent educational level.
  • In addition, you should have relevant research experience and a keen interest in management-related experimental and behavioural research.
  • You will have sound organisation, time management and planning skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Strong IT and statistical skills with considerable experience in relevant software such as SPSS, R and Matlab are a prerequisite of this role.

Responsibilities

  • help run and develop CJBS's experimental laboratory and assist with both experimental and survey research projects conducted by all members of CJBS with interests in experimental research.
  • This will include material and stimulus development, participant recruitment, data collection, data preparation and analysis, and archiving.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Research Assistant.

Where is this position located?

This position is located at Cambridge Judge Business School, one of the world's most prestigious research universities in Cambridge.

What qualifications are required for the Research Assistant role?

A Master's degree in Psychology, Organisational Behaviour, or another behavioural field using experimental research methods is required, or an equivalent educational level.

What kind of experience is necessary for applicants?

Relevant research experience and a keen interest in management-related experimental and behavioural research are necessary for applicants.

What software skills are required for this position?

Strong IT and statistical skills with considerable experience in software such as SPSS, R, and Matlab are prerequisites for this role.

What tasks will the Research Assistant be responsible for?

The Research Assistant will help run and develop CJBS's experimental laboratory, assist with experimental and survey research projects, participate in material and stimulus development, participant recruitment, data collection, data preparation and analysis, and archiving.

Can I contact someone for informal queries regarding this position?

Yes, you can direct informal queries to Olivia Westwood at the email address o.westwood@jbs.cam.ac.uk.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply for this position by clicking the 'Apply' button on the job posting and registering an account with the recruitment system.

Is there a reference number I should include in my application?

Yes, you should quote reference NS48304 in your application and any correspondence regarding this vacancy.

Does the University support equality and diversity in its hiring process?

Yes, the University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

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