Call for Applications: Post/s of Part-Time Research Support Officer II

The Department of Human Communication Sciences and Disorders requires the services of a Research Support Officer II.

The ideal candidate must have completed a Master’s degree in a relevant area (Health Sciences, Speech and Language Therapy, or related field) offered by the University of Malta within the Department of Midwifery, another relevant department at the Faculty of Health Sciences. The candidate must also have strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling documents and data. The candidate must also have experience in scanning, digitising, and organising research or clinical materials. The candidate must also have good IT skills, including file management and proficiency in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel for data entry and basic data organisation).

The candidate must also have experience in preparing and structuring datasets for research analysis and supporting data management for academic publication. The candidate must also have an ability to maintain confidentiality when handling research data and an ability to work independently and follow instructions carefully within agreed timelines.

This post will be for a period from September 2026 until June 2027 and will be expected to work a total maximum of up to 29 hours till the end of 2026, and 30 hours till the end of June 2027. The Research Support Officer II will initially be remunerated at the rate of €14.58 per hour, inclusive of any cost-of-living adjustments.

The selected candidate must be living in Malta for the period of employment. 

Candidates must submit their letter of application, a copy of their curriculum vitae and a copy of their certificates by email by not later than Friday 11 September 2026.

Late applications will not be considered. 

Further Information

The following is a list of tasks that the appointee may be required to do:

• Transfer and organise research data using appropriate data analysis software;
• Select and conduct appropriate statistical analyses;
• Contribute to the presentation and interpretation of quantitative research findings;
• Support the drafting and preparation of research papers for publication;
• Undertake any other duties directly related to quantitative data analysis, interpretation, and reporting.

The appointee is expected to work:
a. on a part-time basis; and
b. at such places and during such hours as may be determined by the University authorities.

The selection procedure will involve:
a. scrutiny of qualifications and experience claimed and supported by testimonials and/or certificates (copies to be included with the application);
b. short-listing; and
c. an interview and / or extended interview.

The appointment will be subject to a probationary period, and to the provisions of the Statutes, Regulations and Bye-Laws of the University which are now or which may hereafter be in force.