Research Associate Position

4 days ago


Newcastle upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full time
About the Role

This position is an exciting opportunity to join Newcastle University as a Research Associate on an international collaborative project. The project aims to critically explore how Genetic Counselling is delivered in Latin American countries where there is limited or no Genetic Counselling resource.

The successful candidate will contribute ideas, including enhancements to the technical or methodological aspects of their studies, and develop and carry out the specified project using appropriate techniques and equipment. They will determine appropriate methodologies for research, with advice and support where required.

Key responsibilities include undertaking, transcribing, translating, and co-analysing online semi-structured interviews in Spanish/Portuguese with patients and families from Latin American countries who have received a genetic test result for muscle disease.

An estimated salary for this position is £34,866 - £45,163 per annum (pro rata).

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • A PhD in the research area required using qualitative interview methods
  • Fluent Spanish Speaker
  • Detailed subject knowledge in qualitative interview methods. Psycho-social implications of genetic testing for patients and their families
Benefits

Newcastle University offers a great place to work, with excellent benefits. These include a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes, and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.



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