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Research Assistant - EcoFoodSystems Ryan Institute Ref. No.

University of Galway 049-24:

Employer
University of Galway (NUI Galway)
Location
Galway (County), Connacht (IE)
Salary
Competitive
Closing date 27 Mar 2024
Discipline

Environmental Science
Job Type
Research Assistant
Employment - Hours
Full time
Duration
Fixed term
Qualification
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Job Details:

EcoFoodSystems in the research group of Prof. Charles Spillane within the Agriculture & Bioeconomy Research Centre at the Ryan Institute at the University of Galway, Ireland.

This position is funded by
European Union (EU) and the
International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and is available from immediately to contract end date of 30/09/2026.

Duties:

Conduct and support research on the EcoFoodSystems project, under the supervision of the Principal Investigator Prof. Charles Spillane.
To provide assistance in conducting EcoFoodSystems research activities, including planning, organizing, conducting, and communicating research studies within the overall scope of the EcoFoodSystems research project.
To coordinate and perform a variety of tasks and team activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and interpretation of information/results from the EcoFoodSystems project.
To collate and present information on EcoFoodSystems research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project.
To conduct literature and database searches to advance the EcoFoodSystems project.
To assist in analysis and interpretation of research results from the EcoFoodSystems project.
To contribute to ensuring the progression of milestones and delivery of research objectives in accordance with the project plan.
Contribute to EcoFoodSystems Research Project management, including organisation of research meetings and events.
Organize events to accelerate the EcoFoodSystems project, including participating in meetings with relevant public and private sector actors.
Engage in the dissemination of the results of EcoFoodSystems research to identified audiences.
Be familiar with the publication process and to be engage in and assisting with drafting and submission of research papers, reports and other forms of EcoFoodSystems research project outputs.
Travel to research sites, partner organisations and events globally, as required.
Keeping appropriate records as directed and in line with Funder/University policy
Working closely with Professor Spillane and other members of EcoFoodSystems project research team on an ongoing basis to support the efficient functioning of the EcoFoodSystems research project.
To carry out any additional duties as may reasonably be required within the general scope and level of the post.
Any other duties assigned commensurate to this level of post

The EcoFoodSystems Research Assistant (Project Coordinator) will be supervised by Prof. Charles Spillane.

Qualifications/Skills required:

Essential Requirements:

Primary degree (Humanities or STEM within relevant areas to the Research Project) plus the following
A minimum of four+ years services in an academic/research environment or Master degree in disciplines relevant to the project.
Experience at professional or research level in project management
Experience in establishing and building productive relationships between internal and external partnerships across a wide range of stakeholders
Excellent IT skills
Excellent partnership, team, and communication skills
Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication and presentation skills
Confidence in working with a range of stakeholders
Ability to produce accurate and highquality work with deadlines.

Desirable Requirements:

Significant experience in international agricultural development arena is an advantage.
Excellent written and oral communication, editing, and reporting skills in English.
Skills and experience in use of research project management software.
Selfmotivation, initiative and a flexible approach to change and work demands
Relevant experience in an academic/research environment
Analytical and businesslike approach.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office software packages, with skills in relevant project management software being an advantage.
Ability and willingness to work in and promote diverse multicultural and multidisciplinary environments.

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Start date:
Position is available from 1 April 2024.

Continuing Professional Development/Training:

Researchers at University of Galway are encouraged to avail of a range of training and development opportunities designed to support their personal career development plans.

University of Galway provides continuing professional development supports for all resea