Research Fellow

4 weeks ago

Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom National Institute of Teaching Full time

About Us

The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) has an unswerving commitment to high quality, evidence-informed teacher education, and is on a mission to improve the quality of teacher and leader development across the system.

The Research & Best Practice Division of the NIoT researches what works best in teacher and leader development. We synthesise and generate evidence showing practical ways to improve training or professional development. We will use the evidence to inform the programmes that we offer. We will also communicate it to schools and providers across the sector.

About the Role

We are recruiting a Research Fellow to work alongside the Head of Evidence Synthesis to design, implement, and disseminate evidence syntheses on a wide range of topics related to teacher education and professional development. The role also includes opportunities to manage evidence synthesis projects, to liaise with stakeholders in teacher education (e.g., academics, schools, teachers, policymakers), and to generate and sustain research-practice dialogues with schools and teachers using synthesised evidence.

In addition to being a specialist in evidence syntheses (qualitative and/or quantitative), you will be an innovative and practice-minded researcher who strives to bridge the nexus between research and practice in teacher education.

Key Responsibilities

  • To design and implement evidence synthesis projects related to a wide range of topics on teacher education
  • To liaise with stakeholders in teacher education including academics, schools, teachers, policymakers throughout the process of evidence synthesis
  • To share synthesised evidence with and obtain feedback from practitioners in innovative and teacher-friendly forms

Essential Criteria

  • A master's degree, preferably in education or a cognate field
  • Experience in designing and conducting qualitative and/or quantitative evidence syntheses on teacher education or a related topic
  • Experience in disseminating research evidence beyond academia
  • Be self-motivated and able to work as a team member
  • Excellent command of written English for academic and publication purposes

Desirable Criteria

  • A doctorate degree or equivalent
  • Experience in working in a range of school contexts
  • Knowledge and skills in graphic design and/or multimedia
  • Publish evidence syntheses in international refereed journals

Key benefits available to all National Institute of Teaching staff:

  • Flexible start and end working times (core hours between 10am and 4pm)
  • Flexible working opportunities
  • At least 27 days' holiday a year (plus 8 bank holidays)
  • Local Government Pension Scheme

We think a wide range of different work and educational experiences could support you to be successful in this role. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, communities and industries, and are committed to employing a team that has diverse skills, experiences and abilities.

For more information and to apply online, please go to:

Closing date: 26th May 2024.

This post requires a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) with a Children's Barred List Check and Occupational Health Check is required as a condition of employment.

We regret that we are currently unable to sponsor visas.

£37,336 to £40,221 pro rata if applicable

  • Research Fellow

    6 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974. Grade: 7Job SummaryCity-REDI is an evidence-based and policy-focused academic research institute focusing on finding solutions to place-based inclusive economic, social and...

  • Research Fellow

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974.Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to July 2026.BackgroundTo create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking a specified range of activities within the research project.We are seeking a dedicated and...

  • Research Fellow

    4 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263, with potential progression once in post to £46,974.Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract up to July 2028BackgroundThe Birmingham Institute for Sustainability & Climate Action (BISCA) facilitates and delivers world-leading, transdisciplinary research on sustainability and fosters...

  • Research Fellow

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263, with potential progression once in post to £46,974.Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract up to July 2028BackgroundThe Birmingham Institute for Sustainability & Climate Action (BISCA) facilitates and delivers world-leading, transdisciplinary research on sustainability and fosters...

  • Research Fellow

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to January 2026Role SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and motivated Research Fellow to join our team and contribute to the qualitative components of a research project on the perceived and...

  • Research Fellow

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to January 2026Role SummaryWe are seeking a dedicated and motivated Research Fellow to join our team and contribute to the qualitative components of a research project on the perceived and...

  • Research Fellow

    2 months ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom National Institute of Teaching Full time

    Hours: 0.8 FTE (may be negotiable)The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our research team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our programme-delivery teams to test approaches to delivery and respond to the needs and questions...

  • Research Fellow

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom National Institute of Teaching Full time

    Hours: 0.8 FTE (may be negotiable)The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our research team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our programme-delivery teams to test approaches to delivery and respond to the needs and questions...

  • Research Fellow

    4 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Location: BirminghamContract Type: Fixed Term contract up to July 2026BackgroundWe are recruiting a full-time Research Fellow for two years to work on a Nuffield Foundation-funded research project on Pupil School Mobility in England. The project will use mixed methods to explore different types and pathways of pupil school mobility and their implications for...

  • Research Fellow

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Location: BirminghamContract Type: Fixed Term contract up to July 2026BackgroundWe are recruiting a full-time Research Fellow for two years to work on a Nuffield Foundation-funded research project on Pupil School Mobility in England. The project will use mixed methods to explore different types and pathways of pupil school mobility and their implications for...

  • Research Fellow

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to September 2026Closes: 05/08/2024BackgroundA unique opportunity for a successful applicant to undertake research in phage display technology for enabling the discovery of peptides capable...

  • Research Fellow

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to September 2026Closes: 05/08/2024BackgroundA unique opportunity for a successful applicant to undertake research in phage display technology for enabling the discovery of peptides capable...

  • Research Fellow

    2 months ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom National Institute of Teaching Full time

    Location: Birmingham, Blackburn, Bristol, Doncaster, London, RedcarHours: 0.6 FTE (may be negotiable)The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our research team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our programme-delivery teams to...

  • Research Fellow

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom National Institute of Teaching Full time

    Location: Birmingham, Blackburn, Bristol, Doncaster, London, RedcarHours: 0.6 FTE (may be negotiable)The National Institute of Teaching (NIoT) aims to improve teacher professional development through rigorous, impactful, and cutting-edge school-led research. Our research team plays a key role in this mission, as we work with our programme-delivery teams to...

  • Research Fellow

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Position DetailsCollege of Arts and LawLocation: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UKAs this vacancy has limited funding the maximum salary that can be offered is Grade 7, salary £33,348Grade 7Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to March 2026Closing date: 23rd April 2023BackgroundThe National Army Museum Postdoctoral Fellowship is an award made...

  • Research Fellow

    3 weeks ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Birmingham £34,980 to £44,263 Grade 7 Full Time Fixed-Term/Contract 6th June 2024 5th August 2024 104014Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Contract Type: Fixed Term contract up to September 2026Closes: 05/08/2024BackgroundA unique opportunity for a...

  • Research Fellow

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Position DetailsBirmingham Business SchoolLocation: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Grade: 7Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to July 2026Closing date: 1st July 2024BackgroundTo create and contribute to the creation of...

  • Research Fellow

    5 days ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Position DetailsSchool of EducationLocation: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range £34,980 to £44,263 with potential progression once in post to £46,974Grade: 7Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to July 2026Closing date: 26th May 2024BackgroundWe are recruiting a full-time Research Fellow for...

  • Research Fellow

    1 week ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    Contract Type:Fixed Term contract up to March 2027 UK and Global travel will be required as part of this role Undertake the role of Research Fellow on the EPSRC Grant Semantics-Directed Compiler Construction: From Formal Semantics to Certified Compilers.Role SummaryCarry out research within the specified research grant area, theory of programming languages,...

  • Research Fellow

    2 months ago

    Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom University of Birmingham Full time

    A University of Birmingham funded post-doctoral research fellow position is available to work in the lab of Professor Jon Frampton in collaboration with Professor Amos Burke in the Institute for Cancer and Genomic Sciences at the University of Birmingham and with Professor Suzanne Turner (University of Cambridge). The postholder will contribute to the...