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Dr A Snowden, Prof T Connolly
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Competition Funded PhD Project (European/UK Students Only)
About the Project
In 2011 the school of computing and the Institute of mental health collaborated to develop a working model of software designed to illustrate the outcome of narrative analysis. We are looking for a talented and creative software developer to take this project further. Please see http://shnm.ictthatworks.org/ for a proof of principle based upon data from:
Hollins-Martin, C., Snowden, A. ., & Martin, C. R. (2012). Concurrent analysis: Validation of the domains within the Birth Satisfaction Scale. Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 30(3), 247–269.
The concept of concurrent analysis originated with Dr Snowden. The articulation of the principle was achieved by Professor Connolly and team. These two academics will support the PhD student to further develop the philosophy and practical translation of this project. The long term goal is to generate user friendly software consistent with modern understanding of the interconnected nature of language. The student will generate original knowledge at the interface of qualitative and quantitative assumptions to produce a better understanding and a better method of communication of interpretive research. Knowledge of existing narrative analysis software packages and their limitations is therefore essential.
Existing datasets grounded in mental health research will make up the raw material for analysis. Therefore an interest in mental health research would be an advantage. However the main skills required will be in computing, software development and philosophy, with a particular focus on visual communication of complex data.
Hollins-Martin, C., Snowden, A. ., & Martin, C. R. (2012). Concurrent analysis: Validation of the domains within the Birth Satisfaction Scale. Journal of Reproductive and Infant Psychology, 30(3), 247–269.
The concept of concurrent analysis originated with Dr Snowden. The articulation of the principle was achieved by Professor Connolly and team. These two academics will support the PhD student to further develop the philosophy and practical translation of this project. The long term goal is to generate user friendly software consistent with modern understanding of the interconnected nature of language. The student will generate original knowledge at the interface of qualitative and quantitative assumptions to produce a better understanding and a better method of communication of interpretive research. Knowledge of existing narrative analysis software packages and their limitations is therefore essential.
Existing datasets grounded in mental health research will make up the raw material for analysis. Therefore an interest in mental health research would be an advantage. However the main skills required will be in computing, software development and philosophy, with a particular focus on visual communication of complex data.
Funding Notes
UWS is an inspiring, vibrant place to study with a growing research community; an important aspect of which is its outstanding and committed research students.
Successful candidates will receive an £7000 annual stipend payable for three years and payment of tuition fees (current value £3900).
This studentship is open to Home/EU candidates with a first degree in a relevant discipline. Non-EU students can apply, but will not receive the stipend and will be required to pay fees.
Candidates must be available to commence their studies in October 2013.
Successful candidates will receive an £7000 annual stipend payable for three years and payment of tuition fees (current value £3900).
This studentship is open to Home/EU candidates with a first degree in a relevant discipline. Non-EU students can apply, but will not receive the stipend and will be required to pay fees.
Candidates must be available to commence their studies in October 2013.
References
How to apply:
Postgraduate Degree by Research Applications should be completed online at http://www.uws.ac.uk/research/postgraduate-study/
Applications without all relevant documents will not be considered. Please quote the Project Reference Number.
Should you have any queries please contact the Innovation & Research Office on + 44 (0)141 848 3919 or email PGR@uws.ac.uk
All interviews will take place between 17th and 28th June 2013.
Please note that this project is part of a competitive round and there is no guarantee that it will be awarded.
Postgraduate Degree by Research Applications should be completed online at http://www.uws.ac.uk/research/postgraduate-study/
Applications without all relevant documents will not be considered. Please quote the Project Reference Number.
Should you have any queries please contact the Innovation & Research Office on + 44 (0)141 848 3919 or email PGR@uws.ac.uk
All interviews will take place between 17th and 28th June 2013.
Please note that this project is part of a competitive round and there is no guarantee that it will be awarded.
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