Research Assistant - South West Clinical Schools

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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the South West Clinical Schools, based at the University of Plymouth (****The South West Clinical Schools is a collaboration between the University and the NHS to encourage nurses, midwives and other allied health professionals to look at their practice, challenge current thinking, try out new ideas and work out ways to measure what they're doing. We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated individual to work as part of the South West Clinical Schools team, supporting the Professors who lead the individual centres within the NHS Trusts with all aspects of the development and delivery of clinical research together with administrative duties. You will also be expected to liaise with external stakeholders and therefore the ability to communicate clearly, calmly and effectively with a broad range of people is important. Organisational skills and the ability to work both on your own and as part of a team are essential. The post requires flexibility and the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. A working knowledge of the Health Research Authority and experience of undertaking NHS ethics submissions is required, as well as being able to demonstrate skills in IT, SPSS or similar statistics software, alongside experience of research methods and techniques. A First degree in health or social sciences is required, with preference given to candidates who have a Masters degree. This is a great opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Faculty of Health and University of Plymouth, a place where you will feel valued and enjoy spending time. This is a place where we deliver exceptional clinical and academic learning, social engagement and research in medicine, dentistry, nursing and midwifery, psychology and health professions, working alongside our colleagues in the NHS and social care. For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Professor Bridie Kent by email **** This role will require a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement. Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 24th January 2022 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not. This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis. Flexible working options including job share will be considered. We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities. The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT . The Faculty of Health holds a Silver Athena Swan Award and the University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award which recognises commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEMM academia. Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria. Job Description
Region:
Location:
Plymouth
Salary:
£26,341 to £30,497 per annum - Grade 5
Package:
Permanent, Full-time
Contractual hours:
37
Basis:
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the South West Clinical Schools, based at the University of Plymouth ( ****). The South West Clinical Schools is a collaboration between the University and the NHS to encourage nurses, midwives and other allied health professionals to look at their practice,
challenge current thinking, try out new ideas and work out ways to measure what they're doing.
We are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated individual to work as part of the South West Clinical Schools team, supporting the Professors who lead the individual centres within the NHS Trusts with all aspects of the development and delivery of clinical research together with administrative duties. You will also be expected to liaise with external stakeholders and therefore the ability to communicate clearly, calmly and effectively with a broad range of people is important. Organisational skills and the ability to work both on your own and as part of a team are essential. The post requires flexibility and the ability to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. A working knowledge of the Health Research Authority and experience of undertaking NHS ethics submissions is required, as well as being able to demonstrate skills in IT, SPSS or similar statistics software, alongside experience of research methods and techniques. A First degree in health or social sciences is required, with preference given to candidates who have a Masters degree.
This is a great opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary team within the Faculty of Health and University of Plymouth, a place where you will feel valued and enjoy spending time. This is a place where we deliver exceptional clinical and academic learning, social engagement and research in medicine, dentistry, nursing and midwifery, psychology and health professions, working alongside our colleagues in the NHS and social care.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Professor Bridie Kent by email ****
This role will require a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.
Interviews are likely to take place on Monday 24
th
January 2022 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a permanent basis.
Flexible working options including job share will be considered.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT .
The Faculty of Health holds a Silver Athena Swan Award and the University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award which recognises commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEMM academia.
Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.
Job Description
A8359
£26,341 to £30,497 per annum - Grade 5
26341
26341
30497
Academic/Research
Wed, 5 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT
Plymouth
Permanent, Full-time
37
Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:00:00 GMT

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