International Research Collaboration Specialist

16 hours ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to join our team on an international collaborative project. This project focuses on evaluating the delivery of whole exome sequencing for patients with muscle diseases in Latin America.

The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking 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.

This is a unique opportunity to be involved in a project that gives feedback to our Latin American partners on their emerging genetics services and to learn transferable lessons from their experience to benefit mainstream delivery of genetic testing in the UK.

An estimated salary for this position is £38,029 (based on 50% FTE). The role is part time and fixed term for a period of 14 months.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute ideas to the project, including enhancements to the technical or methodological aspects
  • Develop and carry out the specified project using appropriate techniques and equipment
  • Determine appropriate methodologies for research, with advice and support where required
About Us

Newcastle University is a global University where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and celebrate, support, and thrive on the contributions of all of our employees and the communities they represent.



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