- JOB
- Ireland
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
- University College Cork
- Department
- HR Research
- Research Field
- Medical sciences » Other
- Researcher Profile
- First Stage Researcher (R1)
- Positions
- Master Positions
- Country
- Ireland
- Application Deadline
- Type of Contract
- Temporary
- Job Status
- Full-time
- 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
This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Research Assistant to join the HRB funded Clinical Research Facility Cork. The facility was established to promote excellence in the design, safe conduct and analysis of patient-focused research. It provides the necessary space, expertise and equipment to allow medical professionals in Munster to work at the very cutting edge of clinical research. The HRB CRF-UCC allows breakthroughs in laboratory research in drug, food therapy, food supplementation and medical devices to be converted into better and safer treatments for patients in a timely and efficient fashion.
The HRB CRF-UCC supports research undertaken through UCC and affiliated hospitals, as well as in the primary care setting. It is funded by the HRB and is operated as a joint venture with UCC, CUH and MUH.
The post holder will provide support to the Clinical Operations Team in Cork University Hospital and will work across a wide range of research projects. This role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills, computer literacy, and data management. He/she is a key member of the project team and should be able to prioritise and work in line with project management decisions.
Project Title: CRF UCC
Where to apply
- Website
- http://www.ucc.ie/en/
Requirements
- Research Field
- Medical sciences » Other
- Education Level
- Master Degree or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
The key duties and responsibilities include:
- To work under the direction of the Principal Investigator/Project Leader and Clinical Research Nurses.
- To provide assistance in conducting research activities, including planning, organizing, conducting, and communicating research studies within the overall scope of a research project.
- To coordinate and perform a variety of independent and team activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and some interpretation of information/results.
- To provide support in a specific area of expertise, including the use, maintenance and management of research, including equipment.
- To coordinate lab activity to support the research area/project where require.
- To develop knowledge and understanding of the research projects and research related work
- To establish “trial site files” for each trial in accordance with ICH GCP standards with the assistance of Research Nurse Managers.
- To assist with the transcription/export of data from medical records (paper or electronic) to CRF’s (paper or electronic) as required by the protocol.
- To assist in ensuring that protocol required tests/procedures are done according to the schedule in the specific protocol.
- To undertake tasks which may include recording results and preparing technical reports including conclusions and recommendations. To coordinate the development of forms, questionnaires and the application of qualitative and quantitative research techniques; write procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
- To present information on research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project.
- To provide guidance as required to any support staff and/or research students assisting with the research project, as agreed with the Principal Investigator/Grant holder.
- Ideally to contribute to the publication of findings.
- To confer with the Principal Investigator in developing plans for research projects and to discuss the interpretation of results and the preparation of manuscripts for publication.
- To perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.
Specific Requirements
Essential Criteria
- A graduate qualification in a field of discipline relevant to the area of investigation i.e. BSc or MSc. Or relevant clinical experience
- Some research experience is desirable
- Phlebotomy experience is desirable.
- Good report writing and presentation skills
- Previous laboratory experience and practices are desired.
- Good analytical skills and computer skills.
- An ability to work independently to a tight schedule.
- Capability of working effectively within a team to achieve results.
- Evidence of excellent organisational and communication skills.
- High levels of initiative are encouraged
Please note that Garda vetting and international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Research Field
- Medical sciences » Other
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Chief People & Culture Office
- Country
- Ireland
- State/Province
- Cork
- Geofield
Contact
- State/Province
- Cork
- City
- Cork
- Website
- Street
- Western Road
- niamh.kelly@ucc.ie