Research Assistant Uxbridge, England
Job description
Location: Brunel University London, Uxbridge Campus
Salary (R1 Grade): £34,919 to £36,822 inclusive of London Weighting with the potential to progress to £37,816 per annum inclusive of London Weighting. (Pro-rata if Part-time)
Hours: Part-time (0.5 FTE)
Contract Type: Fixed-term (6 months)
Brunel University London was established in 1966 and is a leading multidisciplinary research-intensive technology university delivering economic, social and cultural benefits. For more information please visit: https://www.brunel.ac.uk/about/our-history/home.
The Department of Health Sciences at the College of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences at Brunel University London is recruiting a research assistant to work on a project exploring how fear and attention to movement affect dizziness and balance perceptions in community-dwelling older adults. Fear can directly impact on both actual and perceived balance performance, and thereby influence risk of falls both in clinical and non-clinical populations. The project will explore the underlying (neurophysiological) mechanisms at play, using different movement analysis and brain imaging techniques, with the ultimate aim to inform intervention strategies.
The purpose of the role is to lead on recruitment and (scheduling of) data collection sessions. This will involve the recruitment of around 50 community-dwelling older adults, and the collection of data for a range of balance assessments using electromyography, force plates, virtual reality, and brain imaging equipment (functional near-infrared spectroscopy). To achieve this the appointed candidate will have to be able to work independently where necessary. Another key role is to contribute to the preparation of scientific reports/journal articles
Candidates should have completed a BSc (essential) or MSc (desirable) in Neuroscience, Psychology, Movement/Sports Science, or other relevant discipline. Experience with relevant movement analysis methods is required. You should be able to demonstrate critical thinking, and keen to learn and improve skills in a supportive research environment. Experience working with older or clinical populations is desirable. The ability to work both independently and in a team are essential.
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17th May 2023 (Midnight)
Interviews will take place in week commencing 24 May 2023 (virtual)
For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please visit https://careers.brunel.ac.uk
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Brunel University London is fully committed to creating and sustaining a fully inclusive workforce culture. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, we particularly welcome applicants who are currently under- represented in our workforce.
