Research Associate - Life and Environmental SciencesGrade 6
Research Associate - Life and Environmental SciencesGrade 6
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£ 32546 - 35116
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Position Details
Life and Environmental Sciences
Location: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range 32546 to 35116 with potential progression once in post to 39355
Grade: 6
Full Time Fixed Term contract up to September 2027
Closing date: 12th August 2025
Background
Applications are invited to work on a new research project funded by Shionogi BV Measuring cognitive outcomes in people with intellectual disability developing new play-based measures of executive functioning for children with intellectual disability. The research assistant will engage in tasks related to project initiation participant recruitment data collection data management and analysis report writing preparation of manuscripts and materials for publication and dissemination and related project administration. The post will suit candidates with an interest in clinical psychology and developmental psychology. The candidate will have the opportunity to benefit from a range of training and supervision opportunities while in post.
The successful applicant will be based in the School of Psychology University of Birmingham. Appointees will work under the direction of Professor Caroline Richards and Dr Rory Devine alongside collaborator Dr Hayley Crawford at University of Warwick. The successful applicant will join Prof Richards team: your application please include a cover letter stating how you match the person specification.
Role Summary
- Work within specified industry grant
- Recruit families to the study
- Contribute to data collection
- Operate within area of specialism
Main Duties
The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.
- Collect research data from children with rare neurogenetic syndromes via play-based standardised psychological measures literature reviews and research interviews.
- Analyse research data as directed.
- Present research outputs including drafting parts of academic publications for example at seminars and as posters.
- Develop or adapt techniques models and methods to address the study questions.
- Deal with challenges that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines such as recruitment.
- Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research such as organising group meetings and managing the research group calendar.
- Liaise with NHS Trust third sector organisations education organisations to facilitate recruitment.
- Adhere to and support amendments to NHS ethical approvals.
- Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines.
- Promote equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.
Person Specification
- Achieved at least a 2.1 degree in Psychology or closely-related discipline.
- Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques working with children with intellectual disability and their families and related professionals.
- Experience of collecting behavioural data from children.
- Experience working and communicating with people with intellectual disability and/or other clinical populations.
- High level analytical capability.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly.
- Ability to assess resource requirements and use resources effectively.
- Understanding of and ability to contribute to broader administration processes.
- Contribute to the planning and organising of the research programme and/or specific research project.
- Co-ordinate own work with others to avoid conflict or duplication of effort.
- Knowledge of the protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010 and how to actively ensure in day to day activity in own area that those with protected characteristics are treated equally and fairly.
DBS required
The University is committed to safeguarding and we promote safe recruitment practice therefore all associated pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is to the nature of the work undertaken in this role all successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Occupational Health and/or DBS clearance prior to appointment.
Informal enquiries to Caroline Richards email:
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyoneon our website.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
