Research Assistant

Job Purpose: To provide a technical support service to academic and research staff and students.

MAIN ACTIVITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.    Perform and record receipt of specimens and goods (reagents, consumables, etc) into the laboratory in accordance with SOPs and policies. 
2.    Operate and carry out routine maintenance on laboratory equipment as directed.  Ensure general laboratory tidiness.
3.      Perform regular inventory of stock and monitoring levels of stocks/stores to ensure there is adequate stock at all times for the area.
4.    Maintain accurate records of results as required by UKAS and other regulatory bodies and in a manner that will enable them to be accessed and interpreted as required 
5.    Maintain sample tracking processes and records and contribute to shipments of samples and reagents as required.
6.    Undertake core laboratory tasks such as preparation of solutions, storage of reagents and chemicals and appropriate waste disposal duties.
7.    Comply with Health and Safety procedures affecting self and others.
8.    Carry out any other duties which are appropriate to the post as may be reasonably requested by Supervisor.
 

Academic and/or vocational qualifications i.e. a minimum of 5 GCSE?s A-C and/or NVQ level 2 in relevant subject (or equivalent)

1. 1 year's relevant experience to include:
   At least 6 months working in a busy laboratory or laboratory prep area
   Previous experience in laboratory waste disposal and hazardous chemical handling/disposal.
   Experience of using/maintaining general laboratory equipment.
2. Working knowledge of relevant systems, equipment and processes.
3. Understanding of relevant regulations and procedures including Health and Safety requirements.
4. IT skills
5. Good communication and interpersonal skills.
6. Ability to develop and demonstrate standard equipment and techniques
7. Ability to prioritise duties within own work schedule, under management of senior colleagues
8. Problem solving skills

Field researchers will facilitate intercept surveys at various public locations across Belfast (e.g., parks, shopping centres, train stations). This will involve approaching members of the public and asking them to participate in an online interviewer-assisted survey.  

Field researchers will assist participants in completing an online survey that is expected to take 30 minutes to complete. The field researcher will answer any questions that the participant may have and provide assistance when needed.

Training will be provided to familiarise field researchers with the survey tool, and during data collection a member of the research team will be on-site for supervision.

It is anticipated that the field researcher will help out with data collection for one day per week (8 hours) during September ? November 2024.

Please provide an up-to-date CV with education and employment history, including any paid and voluntary roles.

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Registered student/staff at Queen?s University Belfast. 
Desirable criteria:
 Experience using online survey tools (e.g., Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Google Forms).
 Experience conducting field research (e.g., intercept surveys, interviews). 
Experience of taking initiative and solving problems in a working/volunteering environment with minimal supervision.
Willingness to complete the training required to undertake the role.
Willingness and ability to work flexible hours ? this may include on weekends (one day). Some evening work may be required.

School of Mathematics and Physics, Main Physics Building

General School Office Reception duties to provide one day cover from 9-5pm, on Wednesday 9 April 2025.

The role is customer focused and front-facing.

For queries and further information, please contact the School Office Coordinators: Tracie Andreasson (T.Andreasson@qub.ac.uk) or Jennifer McKee (j.mckee@qub.ac.uk).

A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade C or above (or equivalent) to include English Language and Mathematics or NVQ Level 2 Administration (or equivalent)

Comprehensive IT literacy and up to date knowledge of relevant computer packages and information systems including

Ability to be customer focused