Research Associate - Birmingham, United Kingdom - University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

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Birmingham, United Kingdom

4 weeks ago

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Position Details
School of Psychology

Location:
University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Full time starting salary is normally in the range £31,396 to £33,966 with potential progression once in post to £38,205

Grade: 6

Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to March 2025

Closing date: 11th March 2024

UK travel is required for this role

Background
To apply, please upload a cover letter, CV, and two reference letters.

Role Summary

Main Duties

Safely deliver tDCS to patients with severe brain injury.
Travelling to a number of hospitals within the Midlands and in London where the patients are located.
Collect research data, specifically EEG, EMG, MRI and behavioural data.
Liaise with clinicians and family members before / during / after the testing sessions.
Analyse and manage collected data as directed; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews.
Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research.
Develop or adapt techniques, models and methods.
Participate in research team meetings.
Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters.
Provide guidance, as required, to support staff and any students who may be assisting with the research.
Participate and contribute to public engagement events.

Person Specification

Essential:

A BSc Degree in the area of Psychology, Neuroscience, Health Sciences or equivalent.
Experience with research and conducting of human (clinical) trials.
Experience with collecting electrophysiological data.
Ability to analyse information and communicate effectively.
Ability to access and organise resources successfully.
Strong organisation and timemanagement skills.
Cooperative nature and strong teamwork skills, with a willingness to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Able to travel to the designated hospitals for testing.

Desirable:

An MSc Degree in the area of Psychology, Neuroscience, Health Sciences, Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.
Practical experience delivering tDCS or other noninvasive brain stimulation.
Practical experience collecting MRI data.
Practical experience interacting with clinical teams.
Experience working with vulnerable populations.

OH/DBS required

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