Research Officer (SOG/ST5)

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Conducts primary and secondary research and analyze data collected.  
• Monthly reports are to be submitted in accordance with Divisional guidelines
• Recommends areas for research to the Senior Research Fellow. Work plans must be prepared in accordance with Divisional guidelines. 
• Research proposals must contain an outline of the proposed topic, identify the sources and methodology to be used, and have an accompanying budget. 
• Prepares research papers, and Research papers must be of a publishable standard
• Officer must conduct an agreed number of interviews each programme year for the Jamaica Memory Bank. 
• Officer must attend an agreed number of tertiary level academic seminars/lectures/conferences for the year  
• Officer must make scheduled presentations and give recommendations/feedback on the work of the research team at research meetings 
• Makes presentations on Caribbean history and culture to primary, secondary and tertiary level institutions  
• Performs any other related duties  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION/EXPERIENCE

• First degree in the humanities or social sciences 
• Two (2) years’ research experience.  

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Research skills 
• Computer skills 
• Use of audiovisual recording equipment 
• Knowledge of Caribbean history and culture 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

• It is possible that the officer may be required to do field trips, overnight in the field, work outside the normal working hours, and be asked to observe and document non-Christian religious ceremonies and rituals.