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Research Assistant

Research Assistant

Lagos Business SchoolNigeria, Nigeria
10 days ago
Job description

Job title : Research Assistant

Job Location : Nigeria Deadline : July 26, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Purpose of Position :

Providing comprehensive research support to faculty, including literature reviews, experimental design, and data management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / KEY JOB ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include, but are not limited to, the following :

  • Collaborate proactively with the supervising faculty through scheduled consultations to align research goals, assignments, and progress updates.
  • Conduct in-depth literature reviews to extract, synthesise, and critique key arguments and emerging trends within relevant fields.
  • Contribute to the development of scholarly publications by drafting high-quality sections and supporting materials.
  • Develop well-structured articles, briefs, and reports that inform and enhance academic outputs.
  • Support the end-to-end publication process, including rigorous editing, accurate referencing, and professional formatting of manuscripts and case studies.
  • Identify and gather relevant secondary data and execute fieldwork, including surveys and interviews, to enrich research insights.
  • Analyse and interpret quantitative and qualitative data to generate meaningful conclusions for publication and decision-making.
  • Conduct exploratory studies and fact-finding assignments to validate concepts and provide foundational support for broader research projects.
  • Ensure the supervising faculty's academic profiles (e.g., Google Scholar, LBS website) are current and reflective of recent contributions.
  • Take ownership of additional academic tasks that directly contribute to the quality and impact of research outputs.
  • Execute any other responsibilities delegated by the faculty or line manager to support research excellence and institutional goals.
  • Support the faculty in recording class attendance during sessions.
  • Provide assistance in the preparation of course outlines and teaching materials.
  • Carry out other instructional duties as assigned by the faculty.
  • Maintain and update the faculty calendar, reflecting all teaching sessions and academic commitments.
  • Collaborate with programme managers to schedule faculty sessions and prevent scheduling conflicts.
  • Coordinate with seminar organisers to arrange sessions involving the faculty.
  • Provide the faculty with advance notice of daily assignments and engagements.

    • KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

  • The quantity of publications produced in collaboration with the supervising faculty.
  • Timely and efficient execution of assigned responsibilities.
  • The quality of feedback received from the faculty or line manager.
  • Consistent class attendance and effective coordination and documentation of student participation.
  • Faculty evaluation of performance in assigned teaching-related duties.
  • Effective resolution of scheduling conflicts involving the faculty.
  • Preparation and communication of the faculty's annual, monthly, and daily assignments in advance.

    • COMPETENCIES REQUIRED.  The following competencies are required for the role :

  • Strong quantitative analysis skills
  • Proficient in computer applications and digital tools
  • Excellent time management abilities
  • Effective planning and organisational capabilities
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Adaptability and ability to perform well under pressure
  • Proficiency in Excel, SPSS, and related software
  • Accurate transcription skills
  • Skilled in conducting online research
  • Familiarity with proofreading and referencing techniques
  • Experience in fieldwork implementation
  • Understanding of both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies
  • Competence in scheduling and managing calendar events

    • QUALIFICATIONS

  • A strong first degree in a Social Science or Science discipline is required.
  • A Master's or Research-based degree will be an added advantage.

    • PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

  • Any relevant professional body.

    • EXPERIENCE

  • Experience in data collation / analysis in a medium or large-scale organisation or research institution.

    • SALARY GRADE

    Administrative

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