Researcher Academy

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Our postgraduate placements are designed to help you recognise the breadth of your potential and highlight future opportunities.

About our placements

Each placement involves a discrete project at an external organisation for which the postgraduate researcher acts as a specialist consultant. The placements are delivered in partnership with a wide range of employers from small local businesses to multinational organisations. 

We generally offer two types of placement:

  • part-time projects, up to 200 hours, for a period of 3-6 months.

  • full-time 3 month internships.

Are you a postgraduate at the University of Nottingham?

If so, register with us on MyCareer
Why register?

  • Receive weekly email updates of vacancies.

  • Let us know what kind of projects interest you.

  • Receive emails highlighting vacancies relevant to your skills and experience.

 

 

Current Vacancies

  • Social Media and Campaigns Specialist
    Employer: POSTGRADUATE PLACEMENTS NOTTINGHAM
    Application closing date: 12 May 2024
    Location: Remote United Kingdom
    Are you passionate about health and wellness? Join an innovative opportunity with a cutting-edge platform sharing real-life experiences in health. Be at the forefront of their launch, driving impactful social media campaigns to engage audiences, increase participation, and make a difference in areas like Cancer, Depression, and Anxiety. If you're ready to combine your marketing expertise with a genuine interest in improving lives, apply now and be part of something truly transformative!
  • Health & Wellbeing Data Analyst
    Employer: POSTGRADUATE PLACEMENTS NOTTINGHAM
    Application closing date: 12 May 2024
    Location: Remote United Kingdom
    Join a pioneering project focused on launching a groundbreaking platform, 'Livedinsights', which shares authentic experiences on crucial health topics like Cancer, Depression, and Anxiety. As a Health & Wellbeing Data Analyst, you'll delve into collected data, crafting compelling insights to fuel marketing campaigns, enhance social media presence, and drive widespread awareness, all while collaborating closely with the CEO to shape the platform's success.
  • Digital Marketing Project (Accounting Sector)
    Employer: POSTGRADUATE PLACEMENTS NOTTINGHAM
    Application closing date: 29 Apr 2024
    Location: Hybrid Nottingham/Remote United Kingdom
    This placement would be excellent experience for a MSc Postgraduate at the Business School looking to gain experience and contribute to shape the online presence of a cutting-edge remote accountancy practice catering to entertainers, actors, musicians, and high-income earners. This placement will focus on revitalising the website, conducting market analysis, and crafting engaging blog posts to fuel business growth.

 

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