Research Associate

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Research Associate in Linguistics

(£32, - £37, p.a. pro rata)

0.6 FTE

3 year fixed-term contract

About the Role

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and capable candidate, keen to contribute to contribute to research within an AHRC-DFG funded project examining the linguistic practices of coal mining communities in the East Midlands and the Ruhr Area in Germany. You will support with research on a study working with former miners and their families to examine this linguistic heritage which is disappearing.

This will involve the planning and undertaking of field work with mining communities and mining museums in the East Midlands, assisting in the development of interviews, or literature/database searches. You will work closely with the research team, both in the UK and Germany on this project to contribute to successful research outputs, which include research articles, an exhibition and linguistic landscape data.

Applications are welcomed from individuals with knowledge of sociolinguistics. You will be required to speak German at a high level to work with German project partners.

For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

Interview date: w/c 27th January

About Us

The School of Arts and Humanities at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a diverse, supportive and collaborative community in which to innovate, explore and create. Our specialities span across a range of subject areas, including history and global cultures, English language and linguistics, journalism, and philosophy. Together, our unique community of experts are combining different perspectives and deepening our understanding of the world.

Our courses are built on the ethos of developing intellectual and practical skills, adding value to students’ employability and providing an outstanding student experience.

Our curiosity about languages, histories and global cultures drives our insight, research and our learning. If you're curious too, we can be a new, powerful partner in your future career.

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At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system, upcoming immigration rules (4th April ) changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position.

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Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.