Research Associate - Department of DentistryGrade 6
Research Associate - Department of DentistryGrade 6
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£ 33002 - 35608
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Position Details
Department of Dentistry School of Health Sciences College of Medicine and Health
Location: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range 33002 to 35608 with potential progression once in post to 39906
Grade: 6
Part Time (15 hours per week)
Fixed Term contract up to December 2025
Closing date: 3rd September 2025
Background
The appointee will work on a global health project. This project involves designing developing and evaluating a healthcare intervention in Central Asia. The appointee will undertake a variety of research activities such as contribution to study design literature review and data analysis.
Role Summary
The post-holder will work on funded project which involves designing developing and evaluating a health care intervention. They will also contribute to publication. The post-holder will:
- Work within specified research grants and/or projects
- Operate within area of specialism
- Contribute to publications
Main Duties
- Design development and evaluation of a healthcare intervention
- Support theanalyses of data from mixed method research
- Work with the research team to present outputs including drafting academic publications
- Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods such as scientific experimentation literature reviews and research interviews
- Analyse research data as directed
- Present research outputs including drafting academic publications or parts thereof for example at seminars and as posters
- Develop or adapt techniques models and methods
- Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with research
- Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
- Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research
- Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture
Person Specification
- A post-graduate qualification in Public health/ Implementation Sciences/Psychology/ Global Health/ Behavioural Sciences is desirable (postgraduate students will be considered)
- Experience of writing academic papers/ research reports
- Degree or equivalent in relevant subject area
- Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques
- Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively
- Ability to access and organise resources successfully
- 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
Further particulars can be foundhere
Informal enquiries to Vahid Ravaghi 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
Part-Time
