Research Fellow (Centre for Research in Child Development) [NIE]

The National Institute of Education invites suitable applications for the position of Research Fellow on a 5.5-month contract at the Centre for Research in Child Development.

Project Introduction:

The Centre for Research in Child Development (CRCD) is a leading research centre dedicated to advancing understanding of child development and early education. CRCD conducts multi-project research to generate high-quality evidence that informs policy, practice, and innovation in the early childhood sector.

We are seeking a Research Fellow to support Centre Management and Education Research Scientists in strategic research development, programme-level integration, synthesis, dissemination, and collaboration activities.

Requirements:

• PhD in a relevant discipline, such as child development, developmental psychology, early childhood education, educational technology, or a related field. 
• Experience in conceptualising and writing research proposals, and securing grant funding.  
• Proven leadership ability in managing research teams and projects.
• Evidence of independent research contributions, including first- or senior-author publications and invited academic presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (in spoken and written English), with the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.
• Demonstrated commitment to research translation, particularly in relation to educational practice and/or technology-enhanced learning.

Responsibilities:

Co-lead and collaborate in the design, implementation, and management of research projects aligned with the Centre's focus on child development and early childhood education. Contribute to the translation of research into practice and policy, including intervention development and engagement with educators, caregivers, and stakeholders. Support administrative and operational functions related to the planning, execution, and reporting of research projects. Engage in collaborative and interdisciplinary research that contributes to CRCD's strategic priorities and the broader research agenda of the National Institute of Education (NIE). Any other research-related responsibilities assigned by Centre Management.  

Application

Applicants (external and internal) will apply via Workday. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Closing Date

Closing date for advertisements will be set to 14 calendar days from date of posting.

Hiring Institution: NIE