Do you have an interest in research? Are you passionate about improving the care for people newly diagnosed with dementia, and their carers?
If yes, we are looking to appoint a new Research Assistant on the DETERMIND Programme.
Running since 2019, DETERMIND is the largest cohort in the UK exploring and seeking to improve the post-diagnostic care pathway for newly diagnosed people with dementia and their carers in England (www.determind.org.uk).
The DETERMIND Programme seeks to answer the following questions:
* What enables one family to live well with dementia while another with similar challenges has a poor experience?
* Which groups have better or worse outcomes following diagnosis of dementia, and why are there inequalities in care and outcomes?
* What can we learn from the experiences of people with dementia and their carers to deliver care and support that maximizes quality of life for all?
As a Research Assistant, you will collect novel data and support the publication of high-quality, internationally recognized research that has influenced policy changes in dementia care.
This role is ideal for those interested in pursuing a PhD or Clinical Doctorate, with many previous Research Assistants successfully obtaining such positions after DETERMIND.
Main duties of the job
You will be based at the Centre for Dementia Studies, University of Sussex (Falmer), but will travel extensively across Sussex, Surrey, and Kent to conduct home visits with DETERMIND participants.
Completing participant visits is crucial to the project's success and will comprise a large part of your time.
Other key duties include:
* Updating the DETERMIND participant database
* Recruiting eligible participants
* Booking and conducting research questionnaires during home visits
Researchers are encouraged to work flexibly to accommodate participants' needs, with opportunities to claim back hours.
Opportunities after initial responsibilities include:
* Publishing research in high-impact journals
* Analyzing qualitative and quantitative data
* Conducting literature reviews and writing papers
Many previous Research Assistants have been co-authors and have led publications in areas of interest.
About us
You will join a small, motivated team working on DETERMIND, supervised by Dr. Ben Hicks, the Principal Research Fellow and Programme Manager. The team includes researchers at sites in London and Newcastle.
We foster a friendly, autonomous, and collegial environment, supporting academic and professional development through conference presentations and publications.
Job responsibilities
Successful candidates will need:
* A desire to work collaboratively within a small team
* Experience working with people with dementia or vulnerable populations, demonstrating empathy and communication skills
* Experience delivering research measures and qualitative research
* Willingness to travel to participants' homes
* Experience managing participant databases
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Diploma or Higher National Certificate in Research
* Relevant undergraduate degree or equivalent experience
Personal Attributes
* Mobility to travel across sites/regions
Experience
* At least 2 years of administration experience
* Research experience
* Experience working with people with dementia
* Knowledge of research methodologies
* Team participation and contribution
* Database and analysis skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to build effective working relationships
* Ability to educate and support colleagues, patients, and carers
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order 1975). A disclosure will be requested to check for any criminal convictions.
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