RESEARCH ASSISTANT - GREAT

Job Number SU01673 | Fixed Term | Part Time

About The University

Swansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life. Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a desirable workplace for colleagues from around the world. Our reward and benefits, and ways of working enable those who join us to have enriching careers, matched by an excellent work-life balance.

About The Role

The post-holder (0.6 FTE) will help, evaluate and report findings on the impact of a bespoke toolkit to aid the identification and assessment of gambling-related harms among Armed Forces veterans. We are seeking an enthusiastic, competent and motivated individual, capable of independent working, to liaise with external partners, conduct on-site visits, and manage the final months of this innovative study. This position adopts hybrid working between home, Singleton Park Campus, and on-site visits (nationwide travel is expected).

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and report findings on the impact of a bespoke toolkit for identifying and assessing gambling-related harms among Armed Forces veterans.
• Liaise with external partners and conduct on-site visits.
• Manage the final months of the study, ensuring timely completion and reporting.

Requirements

• Enthusiastic, competent, and motivated individual capable of independent working.
• Experience analyzing and reporting findings from mixed-methods investigations, particularly with Armed Forces veterans (please include details in your application).

Qualifications

Applications should include a CV submission and cover letter detailing relevant experience.

Skills

• Ability to conduct on-site visits and nationwide travel.
• Hybrid working capability (home and Singleton Park Campus).

Welsh Language Skills

The Welsh language level required for this role is Level 1 - A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases (thank you, please etc.). Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1-hour course. Applications are welcome in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English.

Pay

£34,132 to £38,249 per annum

Schedule

• Part Time (0.6 FTE)
• Fixed Term
• Closing Date: 1 Sept 2026
• Interview Date: 16 Sept 2026

Location

Singleton Campus, Swansea (with hybrid working and nationwide travel expected).