Research Assistant (placement position)

Related Fields of Study

• Research
• Sustainable Tourism
• Digital Tourism
• Social Impacts of Tourism

Description

The Research Team of the Academy for Tourism at Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) carries out applied and academic research on tourism, with a strong European and international orientation. Our work spans national and EU-funded projects, and our team collaborates closely with partners across the sector, from universities and networks to industry and policy organisations.
As a (placement) research assistant, you will work alongside experienced researchers and support the full breadth of our research activities. This is a hands-on role that gives you a realistic, behind-the-scenes view of how applied research is planned, carried out, communicated, and managed.

Tasks

• Research administration and data management: registering research outputs in PURE (our research information system) and helping to maintain, clean, and organise research data in databases and spreadsheets.
• Literature work: searching, collecting, and helping to organise academic and professional literature to support ongoing studies.
• Fieldwork support: providing practical assistance during data collection and other research fieldwork (for example, preparing materials, supporting sessions, and helping to process results).
• Communication and visibility: drafting and scheduling social media and LinkedIn posts, and helping to communicate research activities and findings to relevant audiences.
• Coordination and scheduling: arranging appointments and meeting series, and generally helping to keep projects running smoothly.
• Events: supporting the organisation of internal and external events, such as workshops, seminars, and conferences.

Requirements

Benefits

Practical experience of how a research team operates day to day, from administration through to dissemination.
Exposure to applied tourism research and, potentially, European research projects and networks.
Gain skills in research data management, literature searching, science communication, and event coordination.
Mentoring and feedback from experienced researchers, and the chance to build a professional network in the field.

Application Deadline

2027-01-01

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