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Postdoctoral Researcher
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Job description
Offer DescriptionWe are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on the project “Evolution of motivations, attitudes, values, and cross-sectional skills of undergraduate students in UNIJES centers”, a cross-sectional project which focuses on the description and analysis of the motivations, attitudes, and values of undergraduate students in UNIJES university centers during the initial selection and on the completion of their studies.UNIJES (Union of Spanish Jesuit Universities) is a network of Spanish universities that share common values and an educational vision aligned with the tradition and philosophy of the Society of Jesus. The following university centers affiliated to UNIJES participate to this project, together with the associated leading researchers.
- Esade Business School, Universidad Ramon Llull, Sant Cugat del Vallés (IP: Vicenta Sierra)
- Universidad de Deusto, Bilbao (IP: Lourdes Villardón)
- Facultad de Psicología y Educación, Universidad de Loyola, Seville (IP: Milagrosa Sánchez)
- Facultad de Ciencias Humanas y Sociales, Universidad Pontificia Comillas, Madrid (IP: Isabel Muñoz)
- Instituto Químico de Sarrià (IQS), Universidad Ramon Llull, Barcelona (IP: Itziar Ramírez)
The role of the candidate includes: * Literature review
- Survey design and interview development
- Implementation of questionnaire in electronic format, data collection, and management of the databases of each participating center
- Quantitative and qualitative data analysis
- Preparation of academic reports and publications
- Co-authorship of academic articles
- Preparation of deliverables for the project’s funding agency and participating centers
- Supervision of the daily operation of the project
Given the inter-university nature of the study, the candidate will be based at one of the aforementioned centers (Esade, IQS, Universidad de Loyola, Universidad de Deusto, and Universidad Pontificia Comillas). Funding is included for attendance at conferences and research meetings, as well as travel expenses for data collection at each of the centers.RequirementsResearch Field Psychological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Sociology Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsCandidates must meet the following requirements:
- PhD in psychology, pedagogy, sociology, or a related field.
- Language skills: English and Spanish
We are looking for a researcher experienced in data collection through secondary data sources, surveys, and interviews. The ideal candidate must have proven skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis, as well as database management. Given the inter-university nature of the study, the researcher must be available to travel between sites for quantitative data collection and interviewing.Experience in academic research related to academic skills assessment, employability, psychometrics, and both quantitative and qualitative methodologies will be valued positively. The role requires independent organization, adaptability, and the ability to meet deadlines.Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages SPANISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefitsThis is a one-year full-time position (extendable for a maximum of two consecutive annual renewals) with a workload of 37.55 hours per week and a gross annual salary of €30,000.Selection processInterested candidates should email their applications to Professor Vicenta Sierra ( ) before 20 May 2024. Please indicate “Postdoctoral Researcher” in the email subject line and attach a curriculum vitae and a cover letter.Please note that Esade Business School – URL may require accreditation of mandatory requirements before contract confirmation, along with necessary documentation to address any possible inaccuracies.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Esade Business School Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Sant Cugat Postal Code E-08172 Street Av. Torre Blanca, 59Where to apply E-mail[email protected]Contact State/ProvinceBarcelona CitySant Cugat WebsiteStreetAv. Torre Blanca, 59 Postal CodeE-08172 E-Mail[email protected]STATUS: EXPIRED
Expected salary
€30000 per year
Location
España
Job date
Wed, 08 May 2024 04:53:58 GMT
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