Research Experience and Opportunites Offered RA:
This research assistantship offers a high-quality, immersive experience in the field of migration studies. Through this role, the student will gain hands-on experience in conducting comprehensive literature reviews, analyzing both quantitative and qualitative data, and engaging with a range of academic and governmental resources. This multidisciplinary approach not only enhances the student's research skills but also deepens their understanding of migration policies and their impact. The student will work closely with a diverse international and interdisciplinary research team, including direct mentorship from Anna Triandafyllidou, providing a unique opportunity to learn from experienced researchers and scholars. This interaction will enhance the student's analytical, organizational, and communication skills, invaluable in both academic and professional settings. Participation in this project opens doors to enhanced academic and career opportunities. Examples include: 1. Publishing Opportunities: The student will have the chance to contribute to scholarly articles, potentially as a co-author, providing a significant boost to their academic credentials. 2. Networking: Attendance at CERC Migration workshops, seminars, and annual conference offers the student a platform to network with experts in the field, opening up future research, study, and employment opportunities. 3. Skill Development: Skills gained in data analysis, report writing, and public speaking prepare the student for a wide range of career paths, including academia, policy analysis, and roles within NGOs and international organizations. 4. Graduate Studies: The research experience and connections made through this project significantly enhance the student’s profile for competitive graduate programs in social sciences, law, or public policy. 5. Policy Impact: By contributing to research that informs policy decisions, the student gains a sense of fulfillment and motivation, seeing the tangible impact of their work on society. This assistantship is not just a position; it's a stepping stone to a rewarding career in research, policy analysis, or academia, providing the student with the tools, experience, and connections to excel in their chosen path. |
Specific Skills / Knowledge / Experience Required
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The successful candidate would be a student in Sociology, Politics, Geography, Law or a related field and would have some background knowledge on migration and asylum policy and politics that would form as a basis in starting this research that will be short but intensive. Technical Knowledge / Skills Requirements • Advanced level user of MS Office; interests in design software to format and edit research contents for the website, are relevant assets. • Familiarity with bibliography software such as Zotero Core Competencies: Communication •. Presents ideas and thoughts effectively in a variety of formal and informal settings •. Communicates in writing effectively to encourage action or generate understanding •. Demonstrates an understanding of appropriate professional communication practices •. Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication, including an ability to communicate in an intercultural context •. Demonstrates active listening by engaging with diverse viewpoints •. Represents TMU in a professional manner at all times internally and externally •. Communicates effectively with senior staff at CERC Migration via email and regular meetings Collaboration •. Able to work within a team •. Able to adapt to new/changing situations •. Commits and contributes equitably to shared group or organisational goals •. Demonstrates intercultural fluency in working with diverse groups •. Contributes ideas for new opportunities and problem solutions •. Identifies opportunities and communicate them to other team members •. Listens to team members to understand priorities, raise questions to clarify information. Role-specific Competencies Innovation & Problem Solving •. Able to apply critical thinking to solve problems •. Able to assess a situation and take informed risks •. Demonstrates resilience when faced with challenges •. Demonstrates creative thinking and resourcefulness in solving problems •. Proactively identifies alternative ways to achieve goals •. Assesses requirements and develops strategy to find information, organize it and present it for options to senior staff •. Seeks alternatives when information is incomplete or unavailable. •. Makes recommendations for options to senior staff •. Contributes ideas and feedback to the team to improve projects and processes •. Works independently without step-by-step instructions Personal Management & Responsibility •. Prioritises and manages time effectively in completing tasks •. Demonstrates accountability for actions and decisions •. Able to give and receive constructive feedback, and act on feedback •. Demonstrates a willingness to continuously learn and grow Demonstrates a willingness to continuously learn and grow •. Reflects on the impact one's decisions have on self and others •. Attention to detail, ensuring work is correct and complete • Developing timelines, managing expectations for delivery and ensuring results are delivered on time • Identifying and reporting any issues that may affect timelines |