Research Assistant

RCSI - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Organisation/Company: RCSI - Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland Department: Human Resources Research Field: Medical sciences » Health sciences Researcher Profile: First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions: Master Positions Country: Ireland Application Deadline: 2 Mar 2025 - 23:45 (Europe/Dublin) Type of Contract: Temporary Job Status: Negotiable Hours Per Week: 39 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Title: Research Assistant Department: School of Population Health Reporting to: Dr Eithne Sexton Contract/Duration: Full-time or part-time, specified purpose contract for 6 to 12 months (depending on FTE) Remuneration: Aligned to the IUA Research Assistant scale up to a maximum of point 13 (subject to skills and experience) Closing Date: Sunday, 2nd of March The School of Population Health wishes to hire a Research Assistant to help with two ongoing research projects focused on the epidemiology of stroke in Ireland. The first project, “Stroke in Ireland to 2046: maximising knowledge translation of epidemiological modelling evidence” is funded under a HRB Knowledge Translation Award (KTA). The second project is part of the “Co-designing Life After Stroke Support Pathways (CLASP)” study, funded by a HRB Applied Partnership Award (APA). The Research Assistant will work closely with the lead researcher, Dr Eithne Sexton, as part of the Cameron Programme team.

Responsibilities

The duties of the post are:

• Performing statistical analysis using software such as R or STATA.
• Preparing and cleaning quantitative datasets to ensure accuracy and consistency.
• Assisting with evidence synthesis, including data extraction, synthesis and presentation.
• Assisting with organisation and delivery of stakeholder workshops.
• Contributing to development of dissemination outputs, including a project website, conference presentations, authored peer-reviewed articles, etc.
• Co-ordination of own day-to-day work to support ongoing projects.
• Undertaking duties assigned by the lead researcher or their nominee in support of the projects.

Qualifications – (Essential)

• An MSc or equivalent in health services research or a related discipline.

Knowledge & Experience – (Essential)

• Experience using statistical software such as R, STATA or SPSS.
• Evidence of the ability to work independently and efficiently, including excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organisational, interpersonal, report writing and IT skills.
• Robust knowledge of quantitative research methods.
• Experience with R statistical software.
• Knowledge of epidemiological or economic modelling methods.
• Experience of conducting evidence synthesis.
• Track record in scientific publication and dissemination.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary & international research teams.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement as well as synthesis, interpretation and dissemination of outcomes.
• Content expertise in stroke or other age-related chronic disease.

We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates from putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we’d love to hear from you.

Application Process

Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter. Informal Enquiries can be directed to Eithne Sexton, lecturer, School of Population Health eithnesexton@rcsi.ie. Please note we do not accept CVs directly.

Employee Benefits

RCSI offers a wide range of benefits including:

• Minimum of 20 days annual leave, plus an additional 6.5 Privilege days
• Flexible/hybrid working options
• Additional leave options including paid maternity leave, paternity/parental leave, study leave
• 7% Employer pension contribution
• Onsite gym €10 per/mth
• Childcare support 20% discount at Giraffe
• Free eye test and annual flu vaccination
• TaxSaver commuter tickets and Bike to Work schemes
• Employee assistance programme
• Learning and Development training programmes
• Discounted services including GP visits, dental, staff parking, mobile tariffs
• Sports and social club activities

Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI. #J-18808-Ljbffr