19 Research Assistant jobs in South Africa

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of over 110 premium private schools spanning six continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 85,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13. In addition, we are delighted to be recognised in the top 10 highest value private companies in the UK by Beauhurst.

In over 25 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 12,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

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The pristine Reddam House Ballito campus is situated in the heart of Ballito, boasting a prime, easily accessible location. Reddam House Ballito offers a holistic, innovative educational experience, encouraging students to realize their unique gifts, talents and abilities in pursuit of academic excellence. We offer an internationally renowned curriculum, including a broad range of academic, cultural and sporting activities. The ethos of the school is underpinned by a nurturing philosophy and positive outlook. Our leading-edge facilities include a café, Olympic-sized Waterpolo pool and an impressive 500-seater theatre. We believe true excellence in education is driven by a powerful, passionate team of exceptional teachers. We provide premium education from Grade 1 to Grade 12 to families living in the leafy suburbs of Ballito, Zimbali & Umhlali.

ROLE SUMMARY:

To adopt a holistic view to students in their care, promoting the general progress and well-being of individuals and of any class or group assigned to them. To create a positive learning environment and motivate students to achieve their full potential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Ability to communicate well with staff as well as with all students across the three schools on our campus.
2. Deep knowledge of books. Good librarians usually read a variety of genres and types of books so that they can help to advise readers as to good books for their reading level and their interests.
3. Ability to promote reading.
4. Ability to present information clearly and in an interesting manner.
5. Some public speaking skills may be required.
6. Strong level of customer service skills.
7. Team player.
8. Ability to help overcome issues by focusing on solutions instead of on the problems.
9. Organizational skills that are enhanced through a growth mindset.
10. Must maintain a solid overall understanding of different issues that confront libraries of all sizes.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

1. Able to set clear expectations for students.
2. A depth of understanding in the future-ready libraries.
3. Excellent preparation and planning.
4. Experience in a formal school environment.
5. Confidence with use of ICT in teaching.
6. University degree in appropriate subject.
7. Certified Teaching Status.
8. SACE.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

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At impact.com we are passionate about our people, our technology, and are obsessed with customer success. Working together enables us to grow rapidly, win, and serve the largest brands in the world. We use cutting edge technology to solve real-world problems for our clients and continue to pull ahead of the pack as the leading SaaS platform for businesses to automate their partnerships and grow their revenue like never before. We have an entrepreneurial spirit and a culture where ambition and curiosity is rewarded. If you are looking to join a team where your opinion is valued, your contributions are noticed, and enjoy working with fun and talented people from all over the world, then this is the place for you!

impact.com, the world’s leading partnership management platform, is transforming the way businesses manage and optimize all types of partnerships—including traditional rewards affiliates, influencers, commerce content publishers, B2B, and more. The company’s powerful, purpose-built platform makes it easy for businesses to create, manage, and scale an ecosystem of partnerships with the brands and communities that customers trust to make purchases, get information, and entertain themselves at home, at work, or on the go. To learn more about how impact.com’s technology platform and partnerships marketplace is driving revenue growth for global enterprise brands such as Walmart, Uber, Shopify, Lenovo, L’Oreal and Fanatics, visit .

We're seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Market Research Assistant to join our marketing research team. This role is perfect for someone who wants to dive deep into market research while supporting critical business insights that drive strategic decisions. You'll work closely with our Senior Market Research & Analytics Manager and Director of Content to coordinate projects, analyze data, and help bring research findings to life for internal and external stakeholders.

• Coordinate research project logistics, including vendor communications and participant incentive programs
• Organize and maintain research archives for easy access and knowledge sharing
• Support survey development from design through testing and launch
• Draft benchmark research reports using established templates and formats
• Assist with research report promotion by preparing key insights and supporting materials

• Prepare data for analysis
• Perform basic statistical analysis
• Create presentations and reports from research findings
• Collaborate with internal teams to enhance data visualization and reporting

• Survey tools: Experience with survey platforms like SurveyMonkey or Qualtrics, including implementing survey logic (skip, branching, quotas) and performing QA testing.
• Data skills: Expertise in Excel or Google Sheets for cleaning and structuring raw data, using pivot tables, charts, and formulas to identify key insights.
• Presentation tools: Strong skills in PowerPoint, Google Slides, or similar for creating reports and decks
• Research fundamentals: Understanding of effective survey design, principles of question construction, and data collection methodologies
• Communication: Strong written and verbal skills for clear reporting and team collaboration
• Organization: Excellent time management with ability to handle multiple projects
• Detail-oriented: Careful approach to data accuracy and quality control
• Hybrid : The ability to work at our Cape Town office 1-2 times per week with the line manager.

• Experience with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira)
• Data visualization skills (can be learned on the job)
• Quantitative reasoning and advanced analytical capabilities
• Market research certifications or specialized coursework
• Unlimited PTO policy
• Take the time off that you need. We are truly committed to a positive work-life balance, recognising that it is important to be happy and fulfilled in both
• Training & Development
• Learning the advanced partnership automation products
• Medical Aid and Provident Fund
• Group schemes with Discovery & Bonitas for medical aid
• Group scheme with 10X provident fund
• Stock Options

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We are seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join the Histology and Imaging Core in the Department of Pathology, Microbiology and Immunology at New York Medical College. The histotechnologist is responsible for day-to-day operations of the core providing routine histology and special staining, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence and cryotomy services to the research community at NYMC and outside entities and to maintain the laboratory.

• Perform histology procedures including tissue processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and mounting of tissue samples
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments
• Maintain accurate records
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and quality control standards
• Prepare reagents and solutions for laboratory procedures

Education requirement: High School Diploma. An associate degree in histotechnology from a program accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) is optional

Licenses or certifications: American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board of Certification's Histotechnician License (preferred)

Technical/computer skills: Proficient computer skills for data entry and result reporting

Prior experience: At least two years of experience working in a clinical or research laboratory setting

Other skills/requirements: Familiarity with laboratory techniques such as immunohistochemistry and molecular diagnostics. Experience with using cryostat and preparing frozen sections. Effective communication skills. Ability to multitask and prioritize workload.

Physical demands: Ability to stand and walk for prolong periods. Manual dexterity. Visual acuity.

Environmental demands: Exposure to hazards (chemicals, biologic materials) require use of personal protective equipment (gloves, mask, lab coat, etc). Some laboratory equipment (e.g., cryostat) pose certain hazards and should be handled with caution. Training and refreshers provided by the Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) department are required.

UNU-WIDER is looking for research assistants to build and expand the tax administrative and other microdata available at the National Treasury – Secure Data Facility (NT-SDF) in Pretoria. The research assistant(s) will work closely with the Data Developer at the NT-SDF. Closing date:14 November 2022 23:59 UTC+2

UNU-WIDER is looking for an outstanding individual with strong data skills, commitment and potential to contribute to the SA-TIED programme.

Through the collaboration of UNU-WIDER, the National Treasury and the South African Revenue Service over the past few years, South African administrative micro tax data has been made available for research purposes. This puts South Africa at the forefront of big data research for development and puts the country in a novel position relative to other developing (and some developed) countries. The tax data — the global best practice in some avenues of research — has opened avenues for research in areas and topics that were not possible before in South Africa.

UNU-WIDER is looking for research assistants to build and expand the tax administrative and other microdata available at the National Treasury – Secure Data Facility (NT-SDF) in Pretoria. The research assistant(s) will work closely with the Data Developer at the NT-SDF.

Update the various tax datasets held at the NT-SDF on a rolling basis

Continually improve and expand the datasets

Perform quality assurance checks and analyse trends in the data

Assist in drafting, reviewing and revising documentation related to the data

Provide research assistance through data analysis, literature reviews, drafting documents

Assist researchers with data related queries and review their data output to ensure data confidentiality

Assist with day-to-day operations of running the National Treasury - Secure Data Facility

Other duties as requested by the supervisor related to the research and administrative work.

Masters in Economics or Econometrics. Candidates who are close to completing their Masters will also be considered

Excellent skills in statistical software STATA (i.e., able to work with loops, globals, directories and writing STATA programs)

Knowledge of SQL, R, Python and ArcGIS is an advantage

Excellent analytical and drafting skills

Fluent in oral and written English

South African nationality, or the necessary residence, and work permit for South Africa

The Research Assistant will be issued a one-year consultancy contract with UNU-WIDER (renewable up to another year, subject to satisfactory performance). The Research Assistant will receive a total of USD19,620 for the contract period to supplement living expenses while stationed in Pretoria, South Africa. No extra payments for housing or living expenses will be made. Project-related costs will, however, be covered by the project.

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The application must be submitted electronically. Deadline for applications is 14November 2022 at 23:59 (GMT +2). Interviews will be held as quickly as possible thereafter.

Short-listed applicants must be willing to undergo a competency exercise as part of the selection process.

The position is open from 3January 2023, or as soon as possible thereafter.

Job Summary Volunteers: Volunteers have a heart for giving back. The Research Assistant works on important, diverse research projects as needed by the Operations Team. We are excited to have you join our global team and help serve the world in philanthropy. About us UniversalGiving® is an award-winning nonprofit allowing people to donate and volunteer with top-performing, vetted organizations all over the world. 100% goes directly to the cause. All partner organizations are vetted with our proprietary Quality Model®. UniversalGiving® has been featured on the homepage of Bloomberg, Oprah.com, CBS, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. UniversalGiving® also has been featured in more than 16 books, including the new edition Harvard Business Review Book, HBR Guide to Delivering Effective Feedback, Arianna Huffington’s Thrive, and Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen’s Giving 2.0. We have also been acknowledged six times on Great Nonprofits’ annual Top Nonprofits lists and are highlighted in Huffington Post's list of best volunteering matching websites. We continue to gain momentum, with dozens of articles in the Christian Science Monitor and monthly contributions on Forbes. To date, we have matched more than 22,000 volunteers worth $31 million dollars’ of volunteer hours. Responsibilities:

• Research high-net-worth potential and existing donors, foundations, and corporations
• Research journalists, universities, and celebrities to develop marketing partnerships
• Research Tech for Good companies
• Research Tools across Marketing, Operations, Product Development
• Record, update, and manage data in spreadsheets and Salesforce
• With proven success & a positive attitude, take on special projects and new responsibilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Competence with Salesforce and Google Drive
• Willingness to learn new technologies

• Part-time, flexible, remote positions
• Opportunity to work with a diverse, global team representing over 25 cultures
• Gain experience with a Tech for Good nonprofit
• With proven success & a positive attitude, UniversalGiving® is likely to facilitate J1, OPT visas

• The position is available part-time (5-20 hours per week)
• Minimum 6 months commitment
• We provide remote positions with a highly globally focused team from more than 20 countries, including Russia, China, Japan, Ukraine, Georgia, the Philippines, Haiti, Germany, Canada, the Kurdish population, South Korea, the U.K., Brazil, and many more

• Interacting with local livestock owners and herders to collect animal data (e.g., births, deaths, marketing, weighing).
• Recording rainfall and plant-related data using standard monitoring protocols.
• Capturing data accurately in Microsoft Excel and Word, and compiling it for submission to researchers.
• Providing regular verbal and written feedback on field activities.
• Working closely with research personnel and assisting in achieving project deliverables.
• Ensuring accurate and timely completion of assigned tasks.
• Maintaining data-collection equipment and ensuring cost-effective use of materials.
• Ensuring visible compliance with Occupational Health and Safety policies and procedures.

• Grade 10 with 2 years' relevant experience.
• Experience working with researchers or in a research project environment.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Ability to work outdoors under rural field conditions and assist with weighing of livestock.
• Strong sense of responsibility, accuracy, and independence.

Enquiries: Dr Francuois Muller : Tel (

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 20 AUGUST 2025

Competitive remuneration package will be congruent with the scope, responsibilities, and the stature of the position. The appointment will be subject to a positive security clearance and preference will be given to designated groups in terms of the ARC Employment Equity Plan. Permanent appointments are subject to six (6) months’ probation period. The Agricultural Research Council is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the principles and processes of Employment Equity Act.  Applications accompanied by covering letter, detailed CV (Including certified copies of certificates, supporting documents, copy of driver’s license and at least three contactable referees) must be attached on the form.  SAQA evaluation report must accompany foreign qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants who do not receive any response four (4) weeks after the closing date must regard their applications as unsuccessful. The company has the right not to appoint.

Job Summary Internship: Internships are for people in school or with a few years of experience. The Research Assistant Intern works on important, diverse research projects as needed by the Operations Team. We are excited to have you join our global team and help serve the world in philanthropy. About us UniversalGiving® is an award-winning nonprofit allowing people to donate and volunteer with top-performing, vetted organizations all over the world. 100% goes directly to the cause. All partner organizations are vetted with our proprietary Quality Model®. UniversalGiving® has been featured on the homepage of Bloomberg, Oprah.com, CBS, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. UniversalGiving® also has been featured in more than 16 books, including the new edition Harvard Business Review Book, HBR Guide to Delivering Effective Feedback, Arianna Huffington’s Thrive, and Laura Arrillaga-Andreessen’s Giving 2.0. We have also been acknowledged six times on Great Nonprofits’ annual Top Nonprofits lists and are highlighted in Huffington Post's list of best volunteering matching websites. We continue to gain momentum, with dozens of articles in the Christian Science Monitor and monthly contributions on Forbes. To date, we have matched more than 22,000 volunteers worth $31 million dollars’ of volunteer hours. Responsibilities

• Perform research on high net-worth potential and existing donors, foundations, and corporations
• Research on journalists, universities, and celebrities to develop marketing partnerships
• Perform research on Tech for Good companies
• Filling out Competitive Matrices for Operations, evaluating pros/cons of services we may use
• Research on Product Development Tools
• Research and update Event Planning Matrices/Tools
• Record all data in Salesforce
• Record and update all spreadsheets

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Competence with Salesforce and Google Drive
• Willingness to learn new technologies

• Part-time, flexible, remote positions
• Opportunity to work with a diverse, global team representing over 25 cultures
• Gain experience with a Tech for Good nonprofit
• With proven success & a positive attitude, UniversalGiving® is likely to facilitate J1, OPT visas

• The position is available part-time (5-20 hours per week)
• Minimum 6 months commitment
• We provide remote positions with a highly globally focused team from more than 20 countries, including Russia, China, Japan, Ukraine, Georgia, the Philippines, Haiti, Germany, Canada, the Kurdish population, South Korea, the U.K., Brazil, and many more