What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant in Dentistry position at The University of Manchester?
The University of Manchester has a vacancy for a Research Assistant to play a vital role on a prestigious NIHR - National Institute for Health Research grant providing support to manage, co-ordinate and contribute to the analysis of projects in Public Health Dentistry.
We are seeking an innovative, motivated and capable individual interested in health science research who will be involved in an observational study following children’s oral health through various services in Greater Manchester. The post holder will work with the Chief Investigator and research team to coordinate the study, analyse data and complete the final report for the project. They will have excellent communication and organisation skills, skills within statistical analysis and interpretation.
The post holder will be based at the University of Manchester, but will be required to visit the various study sites around Greater Manchester and so independent means of travel is essential. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS.
The School / Department is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for gender equality in higher education. The School / Department holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will be made on merit.
