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This post will be employed by the Mental Health and Addictions Research Group (MHARG) at the Department of Health Sciences, University of York. You will be based at the University of York to work on a new NIHR programme grant evaluating the peer-led problem support mentor scheme across several prisons in the region. The appointment will form part of a larger team with prison healthcare providers Spectrum and the University of Leeds.

The University of York offers flexible working patterns and a number of family friendly initiatives. As a Department we are proud to foster a supportive culture that helps staff and students contribute fully, flourish and excel, to reach their full potential. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion as well as the values of the Athena SWAN Charter in all our Departmental activities.

Role

You will provide a professional administrative service, carrying out a range of administrative support processes to facilitate the smooth running of research projects within the Mental Health and Addiction Research Group.

Duties:

• Experience of working in a varied administrative role, effectively balancing competing priorities
• Ability to work flexibly and accurately, under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to provide accurate information, summaries and notes
• Handle confidential communication; use discretion when communicating with group members
• Ability to monitor income and expenditure against a budget, and maintain accurate records

Qualifications:

Level 2 qualification including Maths and English. (Qualifications at this level include five GCSEs at grade A*-C/ grade 4-9. Please view the full list). We also welcome applicants with equivalent non-uk qualifications or equivalent professional experience.

Skills - demonstrates the ability to:

• Accurately record, analyse, interpret and report information/data
• Use digital technologies including Google applications and/or Microsoft Office
• Communicate effectively in verbal and written formats
• Organise activities and resources

Behaviours:

• Works collaboratively with others
• Delivers a quality service
• Develops self and others
• Actively champions respect, inclusivity, equality and diversity

This is a fixed term contract for 48 months from 01/04/2023 to 31/03/2027.

Interview date: 21 February 2023

For informal enquiries: please contact Dr Amanda Perry: [email protected]

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork