Job Title: Research Assistant
Department: School of Population Health
Reporting to: Dr Eithne Sexton
Location: Beaux Lane House, Dublin 2
Contract/Duration: Full-time or part-time, specified purpose contact 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)
Summary of Post
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). It aims to build an interactive modelling tool to support decision making for stroke service planning in Ireland, drawing on scenarios developed in a previous epidemiological modelling project (SIMI-Stroke). We also aim to develop a study website to host outputs from SIMI-Stroke. 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 aim is to develop estimates of stroke prevalence and need for life after stroke care in Ireland, using secondary data analysis and published estimates.
Duties
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
An MSc or equivalent in health services research or a related discipline.
Experience
Excellent quantitative data analysis skills. 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. Experience developing research outputs for diverse audiences. Project management experience. 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.
Employee Benefits
RCSI make sure you have the resources you need to thrive by offering a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and wellbeing and insuring your financial future. Below are some additional benefits available to you as an RCSI employee: Minimum of 20 days annual leave, plus an additional 6.5 Privilege days Flexible/hybrid working options for colleagues across many roles Additional leave options incl. paid maternity leave, paternity/parental leave, study leave 7% Employer pension contribution Onsite gym €10 per/mth incl. classes and PT sessions Childcare support 20% discount at Giraffe Free eye test and annual flu vaccination TaxSaver commuter tickets and Bike to Work schemes A site sustainability team focusing on the environmental initiatives; Green Campus Initiative ' Competitively priced café and restaurant Equality, Diversity & Inclusion forums, and network groups Employee assistance programme with Spectrum Life Learning and Development training programmes incl. LinkedIn Learning for career progression Discounted services incl. GP visits, 10% off dental, staff parking, mobile tariffs, Group Scheme discount on numerous brands Sports and social club incl. yoga, Pilates, fitness classes, Zumba, running club, social evenings, Summer BBQ Ticket Draws for events including; Rugby, Taste of Dublin, Dublin Horse Show, theatre, music & comedy events