Research Assistant

4 weeks ago


Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Assistant to work with Dr Caroline Lanskey in the Institute of Criminology on a new research project titled 'Desistance following Overseas Imprisonment'. This research study aims to develop a robust, empirical evidence base for improving our understanding of desistance from crime following a prison sentence overseas.

What we're looking for

The research findings will be used to inform policy and practice on how best to support British prisoners returning home from abroad . Funded by the Dawes Trust, this project is a research collaboration between the University of Cambridge Institute of Criminology and Prisoners Abroad, a human rights and welfare charity which works to support British prisoners incarcerated overseas and their families both during and after their sentences.

As the Research Assistant working on this study, you will contribute to the design of the survey and interview schedules, play a key part in the data collection, and work collaboratively to code and interpret interview material and analyse surveys.

You will have a Masters degree (or be graduating soon) in a relevant subject such as criminology, sociology or another social science or humanities subject. To excel in this position, you will need experience of survey and interview research and analysis, attention to detail, and an understanding of and interest in desistance and resettlement research. Proficiency in using Microsoft Word, Excel, NVivo and SPSS or equivalent software packages is essential.

Interviews will be held on Wednesday 4th September 2024, either in person or via Zoom. We would expect the successful candidates to be in post on 1st October 2024 or as soon as possible afterwards.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 18 months.

How to apply

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online. To apply for this position, please ensure that you upload the following:

  1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  2. A covering letter outlining how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role
  3. A sample of your written work, for example Masters essay, research article or research report

If you upload any additional documents that have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. Please quote reference JL42660 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.



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