Graduate Research Assistant, Living Lab

Part time fixed term 

Location: York 

Salary: £26,942 to £29,179 per annum (£5,388 to £5,835 pro rata)

Introduction to YSJ university

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest-growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The Team

You will be joining a team of cross-disciplinary colleagues, including arts and humanities, who make up The YSJ Living Lab. The Living Lab is a network of students and staff from different subjects and departments, all collaborating to investigate a real-life ecological justice issue and work together to find solutions. The initiative is supported by and situated within the University’s Institute for Social Justice. Our impact on students’ employability and citizenship has been recognised through a national Green Gown Award. 

The role

This role, reporting to the Living Lab co-leads and hosted within the Institute for Social Justice, will contribute to the delivery and development of ongoing initiatives. The candidate will be enthusiastic about contributing to the vibrant research activities of the Living Lab; organising and presenting the Living Lab’s engagement activities, internal and external, and finding new opportunities for student impact. 

Required Skills and Experience 

Candidates will have experience in coordinating projects (alone or in collaboration with others) and be confident in finding effective ways to bring people together around a shared goal. IT skills, including proficiency in Teams and Outlook, are essential. The candidate will be open to learning and a reliable team member. Experience in creating engaging, informative activities (in-person) or content (online) would be desirable.  

Further Information

It is anticipated that the selection process will involve a panel interview. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted. 

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

Contact for informal candidate queries - c.heinemeyer@yorksj.ac.uk or v.pugh@yorksj.ac.uk

Closing Date: 13 Apr 2025

Programme/Section: Admin & Technical (Including Research vacancies)

Salary: £26,942 to £29,179 per annum pro rata