Are you passionate about research, diversity, and inclusion in higher education? We’re looking for a motivated intern to support an exciting research project investigating the underrepresentation of minority ethnic students in animal-related courses. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop research skills while contributing to meaningful change!
✅ Project Documentation & Monitoring
Assist in documenting project plans and monitoring performance.
Update plans and communicate progress effectively.
✅ Conducting a Literature Review
Research underrepresentation of minority ethnic students in animal-related courses.
Identify key factors influencing course selection.
Summarise findings to inform survey design and research approach.
✅ Survey Design & Development
Assist in designing a comprehensive survey evaluating student perceptions and challenges.
Ensure survey questions are clear, relevant, and aligned with research objectives.
✅ Ethics Application Support
Assist in preparing an ethics application for approval by the university’s research ethics committee
Required Skills & Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills ✍️
Basic knowledge of literature review and research methods 📚
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) 💻
Ability to work independently and as part of a team 🤝
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills 📅
Enthusiasm for diversity and inclusion in higher education 🌍
Experience in conducting surveys (desirable but not required) 📊
Develop skills in survey design, refinement, and structuring.
Gain experience in planning and organising survey administration.
Understand the barriers faced by minority ethnic students in animal-related courses.
Enhance your ability to summarise research findings effectively.
Comprehensive survey: A well-structured survey evaluating student perceptions and challenges.
Data collection plan: A roadmap for collecting responses, targeting participants, and managing logistics.
Progress report: A summary of completed tasks, challenges faced, and next steps in the research project
Make an Impact! If you're eager to gain hands-on research experience while supporting diversity in education, this internship is the perfect opportunity. Apply now and be part of the change!
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