Research Trainee (EU HORIZON Project)
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Sponsorship likelihood
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Not disclosed
Salary
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£40,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2115 (74% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £40,400, and University of York is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 2162 (Other researchers, unspecified discipline). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2115 Social and humanities scientists Most likely code | £33,400 | £33,400 | £37,500 | £40,400 |
2162 Other researchers, unspecified discipline Also possible | £33,400 | £34,900 | £39,200 | £43,600 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Department of Education
The Department of Education is a vibrant and diverse community with internationally recognised quality in teaching and research in education. This role sits within the department and is looking to recruit someone to join this dynamic and welcoming department.
Role
This role is for a 0.6FTE position as a research trainee to work on an EU funded HORIZON project for 7 months beginning December 2026. This role is a hybrid role, you will be required to attend the York Campus for regular meetings.
The project focused on developing a blended (on-line and in-person) approach to supporting young people’s mental health and the specific focus for this role would be school age (KS2-KS4) pupils. The role includes writing literature reviews and contributing to wider project outcomes.
Skills, Experience & Qualification Needed
- Undergraduate degree in education or relevant experience
- The right candidate will be able to work proactively both as part of a team and independently
- Excellent time management and organisation skills are essential
- PhD in social sciences is desirable
- Experience working in schools and with young people is essential
- Experience in qualitative methods and writing systematic literature reviews is essential
- Enhanced DBS clearance is essential
- A car driver is desirable
For informal enquiries: please contact Emma Clarke on [email protected]
Condition of employment
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. Consequently, all applicants will be asked to declare both unspent and spent convictions on their application form.
Appointment of the successful candidate will be conditional on a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum (essential) criteria
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Where this offer sits in the market
Social and humanities scientists (SOC 2115) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~12k in sample- Middle half £29,744–~46,592
- Median £38,168
- Minimum £41,700
- Going rate £40,400
- New entrant £33,400–36,400
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. University of York holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2115 going rate of £40,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.