Status of Young Women in Scotland: Peer researcher
Status of Young Women in Scotland: Peer researcher
Status of Young Women in Scotland is our flagship research project.
In the past, we have explored young women’s human rights; access to healthcare; employment opportunities; body image and political engagement. We have published seven reports in this series to date, and are now beginning work on the eighth edition, focusing on digital harms and technology-enabled violence.
You can find out about past Status of Young Women in Scotland research projects in our research hub.
Deadline to apply
- Thursday, 12th February 2026 at midday
We will hold brief chats with shortlisted applicants on 16th and 17th February, and let all applicants know if they have been selected by 19th February.
Accessibility
If you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements or request more information on the opportunity, please contact our Research & Policy Lead, Mar Sánchez Fernández, at mar@youngwomenscot.org.
If you want to help challenge gender-based digital harm, we want to hear from you. Join us as a peer researcher for the Status of Young Women in Scotland 2026/27 report, focusing on digital harms and technology-enabled violence.
What you’ll gain
- Professional training in research methods and design
- Hands-on experience in the third sector
- Skills in research design, delivery, data gathering, and analysis
- The chance to contribute new knowledge about the lives of young women across Scotland, which will be used to influence policy and practice in young women’s interests
What we’re looking for
This opportunity is open to young women (including trans women), and people of minoritised genders who feel comfortable in a space that centres the experiences of young women and girls, who are:
- Aged 16–30
- Passionate about tackling gender-based violence
- Based anywhere in Scotland
- Committed to principles of inclusion and equality.
We particularly welcome applications from young women from underrepresented backgrounds, including racially minoritised, from low socio-economic backgrounds and members of the LGBTQ+ community.
You do not need to have any prior research experience, nor be an expert in gender-based violence or young women’s rights.
What we’ll ask of you
- Approximately 2 hours per month of your time from April to December 2026
- Consistency and commitment
- A willingness to learn about intersectional and feminist approaches to research.
