Research Assistant - Sheffield, United Kingdom - University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

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Sheffield, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The Department of Psychology is in search of a passionate Research Assistant. This is a great chance to be part of a study that focuses on examining the impact of providing caregivers with resources to enhance early child language development. Your primary responsibilities will include supporting the research team to:

determine the viability and acceptability of implementing a caregiver text messaging service by delivering it to around 200 families, with roughly 25% of these families having children at higher risk of language delay and receiving additional 1-1 support through video calls
assess the feasibility of evaluating child language both at homes and online by gathering data and estimating effect sizes for child language development at three and a half years old, covering all four nations of the UK - as mandated by DfE to BBC Education
compose reports on the feasibility and initial study results

As a recent PhD graduate with a background in Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, or related fields, you should possess the capability to effectively communicate with parents from diverse backgrounds, comprehend the obstacles they encounter, have skills in data management, a solid grasp of the scientific method, and experience in analyzing natural caregiver-child interactions, collecting standardized measures of language development, and preparing research papers for publication.

The Psychology Department at the University of Sheffield stands as one of the largest in the UK and has consistently been recognized as one of the top research departments in all seven UK Research Assessment Exercises. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, over 90% of our department's research was rated as internationally distinguished or globally leading.

What We Offer

38 days off (inclusive of closure days and Bank Holidays), with the option to buy up to ten extra days
Up to 5 days of paid leave for emergency caregiving responsibilities
A commitment to promoting work-life balance, offering flexible work arrangements and hybrid work setups whenever feasible
An attractive pension scheme
Discounts at select stores and cinemas, along with a cycle to work program
Investment in your professional growth through training, learning modules, and mentorship initiatives
An inclusive and diverse working environment
A dedication to your well-being, including confidential emotional support, assistance for individuals navigating menopause, fertility treatments, and childbirth, as well as paid time off for IVF treatment and more

We are dedicated to exploring flexible work options that serve the needs of both the individual and the University.

We bring together teams comprising individuals from various cultural backgrounds and lifestyles from around the globe, whose talents and contributions complement each other to achieve the best results. We firmly believe that diversity in all its aspects brings about greater outcomes in research, teaching, and student engagement.