Research Assistant - Cardiff, United Kingdom - Cardiff University

Cardiff University

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Cardiff, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Main Purpose of Role

To contribute to research within specialist area, carrying out supporting work that helps lead to the publishing of high-quality research.

To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same.
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Main Duties and Responsibilities

To undertake research, e.g. by planning, preparing, setting up, conducting, and recording the outcome of experiments and desktop research
Actively participate within the research group, communicating and presenting research at meetings, through publications and other recognised avenues as appropriate, ensuring information is communicated to internal and external partners
To contribute and support research publications and presentations as required
To contribute and support research funding bids as required
To analyse and communicate complex ideas, concepts and data using appropriate methods and packages
To resolve issues and support colleagues in devising procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting
To generate research output and contribute to the development of independent and original ideas as appropriate
To provide support in research activities for undergraduate courses and research programmes and provide guidance to other members of staff within the research team
To maintain and update area of specialist knowledge, researching and critically appraising relevant literature within the area.

Other

To participate in School administration and activities to promote the School and its work to the wider University and the outside world
To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance.
To ensure that an understanding of the importance of confidentiality is applied when undertaking all duties
To abide by the University policies on Health and Safety and Equality and Diversity
Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

Person Specification

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When submitting your supporting statement, you must provide evidence as to how you meet each of the essential (and desirable if applicable) criteria below.

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Essential Criteria

Qualifications and Education

A degree in a relevant discipline, or equivalent experience

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Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Knowledge of research methods and techniques within musculoskeletal or osteoarthritis research
3. Proven ability to analyse complex information and summarise appropriately
5. Communication and Team Working
6. Proven communication skills, including presentation to various audiences
7. Excellent organisational and teamworking skills

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Other

Proven ability to demonstrate creativity, innovation and teamworking within work

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Desirable Criteria

2. Evidence of collaborations with industry.
3. Proven ability to work without close supervision
4. Proven ability to adapt to the changing requirements of the Higher Education community.
5. Evidence of meticulous attention to detail in performing experiments including accurate record keeping and adherence to SOPs
6. Experience of handling human samples
Salary Range Min.
32,332

Salary Range Max.