Research Assistant - Leicester, United Kingdom - University of Leicester Recruitment Team

University of Leicester Recruitment Team

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Leicester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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About the role:

The School of Psychology and vision sciences are looking for a Research Assistant to support a research team in performing EEG measurements in patients with dizziness.

In this varied and exciting research role, you will also support a clinical trial investigating the effectiveness of using exercise with EEG biofeedback to improve balance and gait function in people living with Parkinson's.

About you:

You will be an excellent analytical thinker and problem solver with the ability to conduct data analysis.

Alongside your skills, to be the best asset to the research group, you will be a team player with excellent communication skills.

Additional information:

As part of the University's ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members.

Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people's lives, for 100 years.

When you join us, you'll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do.

That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We're committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond.

We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Vacancy terms:
Full-time, fixed term until 31 August 2025