Technology Research Assistant

Summary

Join HALO Trust, the world’s largest humanitarian mine action NGO, as a Technology Research Assistant for a 12-month, part-time (50%) contract. Based in the UK (hybrid or fully remote), you will support a review of sensor technology for landmine detection, considering various environments and technological advancements. Responsibilities include literature reviews, stakeholder interviews, report writing, and contributing to a 'moonshot' project concept. The role requires a bachelor's degree (a graduate degree is preferred) in a relevant field, strong research and analytical skills, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include 25 days annual leave, life assurance, private medical health cover, emergency medical insurance, a workplace pension, and a flexible working policy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., science, technology, engineering, or related disciplines); a graduate degree is preferred
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to synthesize complex technical information
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Interest in humanitarian innovation, technology for development, or post-conflict recovery
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting

Responsibilities

• Conduct literature reviews and background research on existing and emerging sensing technologies with potential application in landmine detection
• Support the planning and execution of interviews and consultations with technologists, donors, partners, and other relevant organisations and people
• Help synthesise findings into a comprehensive feasibility study and project concept document
• Assist the Director of Transformation and the Head of Research and Development in researching and developing a concept for a long-term, high-impact moonshot project in humanitarian demining
• Contribute to the preparation of presentations, reports, and other materials for internal and external stakeholders
• Maintain organized records of research sources, interview notes, and project documentation

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with stakeholder engagement or qualitative research methods is an advantage

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Non-contributory Life Assurance (3 x salary)
• Private medical health cover
• Emergency medical insurance when travelling overseas
• Workplace Pension with up to 5% contributions matched by HALO
• Occupational Health services including physiotherapy support and counselling support
• Flexible working policy