Research Methodology (3CR)- Online Facilitation

This is a remote position.

MRM5013-Research Methodology

As an experienced online educator (LINC Fellow), the candidate will work as an independent contractor for LINC and serve a diverse international student body for Master of Data Science programs studying at premier Australian and Asian universities. The candidate must possess strong knowledge of scientific research methodology and research design, with expertise in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods research approaches. They should be able to support students in designing and executing research projects, applying appropriate data collection and analysis techniques, critically evaluating academic literature, interpreting research findings, and developing well-structured research reports and theses relevant to data science.

Key Skills Required

• Research methodology and research design
  

• Quantitative research methods
  

• Quantitative data collection and analysis
  

• Qualitative research methods
  

• Mixed-methods research
  

• Literature review and critical analysis
  

• Research data interpretation
  

• Academic and scientific writing
  

• Research project planning and execution
  

• Critical thinking and analytical skills
  

• Ability to evaluate and apply appropriate research methods
  

• Ability to support Master of Data Science-level research projects, reports, and thesis writing
  

Desired Candidate Profile

• PG/Doctoral degree with distinction or first-class from a top university in India;
  

• At least 5 years of corporate experience and/or teaching experience in the relevant fields at a leading university or college (Note: Candidates with formal teaching experience at a university or college are preferred);
  

• Empathetic, ambitious, warm, and outgoing personality willing to work closely with people from diverse cultures;
  

• Proficient in the English language; excellent oral and written communication
  

• Must possess a working laptop and have access to a high-speed (>10 MBPS) stable internet connection;
  

• Ability to quickly learn and use technology platforms for interacting with students, including the host university’s LMS and LINCtrac (training on these platforms will be provided).
  

The candidate needs to be available between 2.30 pm and 7 pm IST every day.

Roles & Responsibilities

LINC Fellows will be responsible for providing:

1. Subject matter guidance to a group of 25-30 undergraduate online students;
   

2. Support in learning skills like academic writing, research, and time management;
   

3. 1:1 and small group tutoring sessions;
   

4. Guidance on relevant reference material;
   

5. Assessment marking with long-form feedback
   

6. Management of discussion forums; and
   

7. Proactive, prompt and personalised support to student queries and issues.
   

LINC Fellows will be expected to promptly interact with students over email, or calls/online sessions from locations of their convenience (e.g., home, office, etc.).