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_________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Research Assistant for Brain Analytics and Modelling Division Medical Sciences Department Psychiatry Location Warneford Hospital Grade and salary Grade 6: £33832-£35466 per annum Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term (9 months with the possibility of extension) Reporting to Dr Andrea Luppi Vacancy reference 175968 Additional information The role Reporting to Dr. Andrea Luppi, the post holder is a member of a research group with responsibility for the provision of research support for Work Packages within the context of a Wellcome Early Career Grant held by Dr. Luppi. The research will take place within the Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing, headed by Prof. Morten Kringelbach. Responsibilities • Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues • Contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects • Select, follow, and adapt specialist methodologies to confirm or refute theories, and identify suitable alternatives if needed • Contribute to the design of research materials and make arrangements for data gathering from available repositories • Analyse neuroimaging and behavioural data and develop statistical and computational models. • Contribute to research publications through writing and making of visualisation items • Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the research project • Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone • Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Hold a first degree in neuroscience, data science, computer science, or engineering • Proficiency with programming in MATLAB (preferred) or Python • Possess sufficient knowledge of neuroscience and neuroimaging to understand the project questions and objectives • Experience of computational modelling and statistical data analysis • Ability to manage own research and administrative activities • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write text and make figures and diagrams that can be published, present data at conferences, and represent the research group at meetings • Ability to work well as part of a team Desirable selection criteria • Experience of working with functional MRI or brain tractography data • Experience working on brain modelling • Experience of working with computer clusters • Experience of contributing to research publications • Experience of working in a research team and contributing ideas for new research projects • Master’s degree in neuroscience, data science, computer science, or engineering . 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. Research Assistant for Brain Analytics and Modelling 175968 2 Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks 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 for Brain Analytics and Modelling 175968 3 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 for Brain Analytics and Modelling 175968 4 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 for Brain Analytics and Modelling 175968 5 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 for Brain Analytics and Modelling 175968 6
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We are looking to recruit a Research Assistant to work as a member of a research group with responsibility for the provision of research support for Work Packages within the context of a Wellcome Early Career Grant, reporting to Dr Andrea Luppi. The research will take place within the Centre for Eudaimonia and Human Flourishing, headed by Professor Morten Kringelbach. The post is full-time. This post is for a fixed term (9 months with the possibility of extension) You will Manage your own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues as well as contributing to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects. The role will also include the analysis of neuroimaging and behavioural data and developing statistical and computational models. You will hold a first degree in neuroscience, data science, computer science, or engineering and have proficiency with programming in MATLAB (preferred) or Python. Sufficient knowledge of neuroscience and neuroimaging to understand the project questions and objectives is essential as is experience of computational modelling and statistical data analysis. Experience of working with functional MRI, brain tractography, brain modelling and computer clusters would be desirable. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, a CV, and details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for this post is 12.00 midday on 4th November 2024.
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