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We are looking to appoint a research assistant join the multi-disciplinary team supporting Trials Delivery Framework within Dementias Platform UK ( https://www.dementiasplatform.uk/ ) with the delivery of the READ-OUT Programme. The READ-OUT Programme is a £4.5m project aimed at establishing the utility of blood biomarkers of dementia in the care of people with cognitive disorders. The post is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital. The post is for a fixed term (funded to 31 March 2027 with the possibility of extension) The University has introduced a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 a year (pro rata) for all staff on grades 1–10 of the main salary and grading structure which will be implemented in the September 2024 payroll. You will be instrumental in the development, of the READ-OUT Programme of work, managing trial site communications including liaising with potential research participants, study and trial researchers. You will assist in delivery of the READ-OUT studies, booking and processing and scheduling participant visits, providing assistance to participants at study visits, and carrying home visits. You will have an undergraduate degree in Psychology (2:1 or higher along with a strong interest in cognitive neuroscience or clinical psychology. With an understanding of clinical trials and research participant interaction you will be able to work with patients and older participants. A research background in dementia, neurodegeneration, or neuroscience would be desirable as would an understanding of the delivery of complex research grant projects. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement and a CV as part of your application. The closing date for this post is 12.00 midday on 19th August. Interviews will be held during weeks commencing 9th /16th September
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_________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Research Assistant REAL world Dementia OUTcomes (READ-OUT) Division Medical Sciences Department Psychiatry Location Warneford Hospital Grade 6: £32,332-£33,966 per annum Grade and salary The University has introduced a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 a year (pro rata) for all staff on grades 1–10 of the main salary and grading structure which will be implemented in the September 2024 payroll. Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term (funded to 31 March 2027 with the possibility of extension) Reporting to Professor Vanessa Raymont and Dr Ivan Koychev Vacancy reference 173831 The role We are looking for a full-time Research Assistant in biomedical sciences to join the multi-disciplinary team supporting Trials Delivery Framework within Dementias Platform UK (https://dementiasplaform.uk/) with the delivery of the READ-OUT Programme. The READ-OUT Programme is a £4.5m project funded by Alzheimer's Research UK, Alzheimer's Society, National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) and the People’s Postcode Lottery. This ambitious programme is aimed at establishing the utility of blood biomarkers of dementia in the care of people with cognitive disorders. In the first three years of the programme we will complete an observational study establishing the best performing biomarkers in a real-world Memory Clinic population with sites across the UK. We will then conduct a randomised control trial in which we will examine the effects of the blood biomarker disclosure on patient outcomes, healthcare utilisation and treatment pathways. Reporting to Dr Vanessa Raymont, the Research Assistant will be instrumental in supporting the development of the READ-OUT Programme of work. Key considerations will be an understanding of the UK clinical research environment. As the Programme studies start, the Research Assistant will be responsible for the co-ordination of the READ-OUT clinical trials. The work with involve collaboration with the Trial Delivery Framework team at Oxford University as well as teams at the research and NHS clinical trial sites and external organisations. The DPUK team are based in the Psychiatry Department, University of Oxford, based at the Warneford Hospital. Responsibilities • Manage the communication (i.e., telephone, email, and/or post) for trial sites • Communicate with potential research participants (i.e., telephone, email, and/or post) who have expressed an interest in participating in the READ-OUT Programme of studies. Tell them more about the studies and answer any questions they may have • Liaise with study and trial researchers and sites about new studies, recruitment from the DPUK registers and other developments across the DPUK Trial Delivery Framework (TDF) • Assist in the delivery of the READ-OUT studies: Booking participant visits, online or in-person consenting, online or in-person visits, recording of demographics and medical history and processing of blood samples (subject to training) • Work with the on-site clinical research facility staff to organise and schedule screening visits and subsequent assessments and follow-up visits for all participants • Assist research participants at study visits • Conduct home visits with study participants as required in accordance with lone working practices • Administer neuropsychological batteries to study participants • Maintain electronic and paper-based source documents, Case Report Forms and Study Site Files • Maintain up to date Good Clinical Practice training and other study specific training / certifications as required • Liaise closely at all times with the Principal Investigators and Project Managers to ensure smooth running of the research and participants experience within the studies • Assist site coordinator / trial manager with additional administration as required • Assist with data input and / or data checking as required • Help to prepare summaries and reports on study progress and recruitment as required • Participate in team meetings • Participate in trial centre selection and set up • Coordinate the timely submission of periodic progress reports • Other tasks on an ad hoc basis relating to the research as required Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Undergraduate degree in Psychology or other relevant discipline (2:1 or higher) • Strong interest in cognitive neuroscience or clinical psychology • Ability to work with patients and older participants • Understanding of clinical trials and research participant interaction • Demonstrable experience conducting neuropsychological assessments and behavioural questionnaires • Knowledge of research in dementia or cognitive disorders • Understanding of research design and experimental methods • Ability to develop good working relationships and work well within a team • Flexibility to work across different projects and with different individuals and to share resources • Use of initiative and ability to work autonomously RESEARCH ASSISTANT (READ-OUT PROGRAMME) 173831 2 • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Enthusiastic and hardworking • Ability to work to deadlines • Ability to work flexible hours (early mornings, evenings, weekends potentially, as needed) Desirable selection criteria • Research background in dementia, neurodegeneration, or neuroscience • Experience in clinical trials and research participant interaction • Experience with large variable databases and associated data handling • Ability and aptitude for undertaking and reporting statistical analyses • The post may involve travelling which would be facilitated by having a valid driving licence and access to own or other independent means of transport • Understanding of delivery of complex research grant projects • Experience of working closely with multidisciplinary Senior Staff within academic, National Health Service (NHS) and institutions. • Experience of working in a Higher Education environment • Certification in project management (PRINCE 2, PMP, etc.) • Familiarity with Electronic Data Capture (SDC) systems and Clinical Trial Management Systems (CTMS) • Experience of working co-operatively with peers and senior colleagues Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. If you have previously worked for the University we will also verify key information such as your dates of employment and reason for leaving your previous role with the department/unit where you worked. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows: • Lone Working • Driving on University business • Working with blood, human products and human tissues • Work in clinical areas with direct contact with patients (NOT administrative roles) Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks: • A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check due to regulated activity involving ‘at risk’ adults RESEARCH ASSISTANT (READ-OUT PROGRAMME) 173831 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Psychiatry The Department of Psychiatry based on the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford has an international reputation for excellence. The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox. The Department has a substantial research programme, with major funding from Medical Research Council (MRC), Wellcome Trust and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and provides highly rated medical training in psychiatry. There are approximately 250 staff including 41 principal investigators leading research groups investigating applying a wide range of approaches from translational neuroscience, experimental medicine, epidemiology, clinical trials and health services research to developmental disorders, mood disorders, cognitive disorders and self-harm and suicide. There are strong links with other departments and institutes both within and outside Oxford: these links ensure that we can apply the best scientific methods to psychiatric and cognitive disorders. The Department has an annual turnover of over £10 million with more than 130 research grants. For more information please visit: http://www.psych.ox.ac.uk The Department of Psychiatry holds a silver Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. Medical Sciences Division For more information please visit: https://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ RESEARCH ASSISTANT (READ-OUT PROGRAMME) 173831 4 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly vacancies@psych.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. RESEARCH ASSISTANT (READ-OUT PROGRAMME) 173831 5 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacypolicy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. RESEARCH ASSISTANT (READ-OUT PROGRAMME) 173831 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts including salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme which is available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/healthassured-eap University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. It offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We have excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as places at many other private nurseries. See https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities for dependants of all types. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care ildcare Supporting disability and health-related issues (inc menopause) We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions, including those experiencing negative effects of menopause. Information about the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, is at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support. For information about how we support those going through menopause see https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/menopause-guidance Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including for research staff, BME staff, LGBT+ staff, disabled staff network and those going through menopause. Find out more at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Research staff The Researcher Hub supports all researchers on fixed-term contracts. They aim to help you settle in comfortably, make connections, grow as a person, extend your research expertise and approach your next career step with confidence. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/support-researchers/researcher-hub Oxford’s Research Staff Society is a collective voice for our researchers. They also organise social and professional networking activities for researchers. Find out more https://www.ox.ac.uk/research/supportresearchers/connecting-other-researchers/oxford-research-staff-society RESEARCH ASSISTANT (READ-OUT PROGRAMME) 173831 7
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