Senior Research Associate

part-time 0.4 FTE, fixed term for 9 months

Salary on appointment will be £36,333 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £43,155 per annum (pro rata) 

We are seeking a Senior Research Associate to work with Dr Zarnie Khadjesari on the UEA Health and Social Care Partner funded “Access to Results: Acceptability of immediate access to test results via a hospital patient portal” study. The study objectives are to explore the acceptability of immediate access to test results via a hospital patient portal in a cross-sectional survey; to explore the barriers and enablers to immediate access to test results in qualitative interviews; and to design an implementation strategy to support roll-out of immediate access to test results. 

As a Senior Research Associate you will contribute ideas and/or enhancement of techniques or methodologies. You will analyse and interpret data, write up results and present information on research progress and outcomes.  

You will have a postgraduate level qualification, equivalent qualification or experience in a relevant research area. You will also have experience of independent research, have publications in respected journals or equivalent within the field and be able to work in a proactive and results driven manner in a high paced environment. You will also have strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to analyse and interpret data and work effectively as part of a team. 

This part-time (0.4 FTE) post is available from 1 May 2024 on a fixed term basis for 9 months. 

UEA offers a variety of flexible working options, we encourage applications from individuals who would prefer a flexible working pattern including annualised hours, compressed working hours and/or hybrid working. Details of preferred hours should be stated in the personal statement and will be discussed further at interview. 

Further information on our great benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part-time), can be found on our benefits page.

Closing date: 1 April 2024

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