Research Associate

Cardiff University ,
Cardiff, South Glamorgan
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Job Title: Research Associate School / Directorate: School of Medicine Advert: Please note that this job is open to Cardiff University staff only. Research Associate Division of Population Medicine School of Medicine College of Biomedical and Life Sciences This is an exciting post that will support the development of a portfolio of palliative and supportive care research. The post-holder will contribute to the overall research record of the School and University, carrying out research leading to publications in high quality academic journals, pursuing excellence in research and inspiring others to do the same. The post is funded by the Wales Cancer Research Centre and is based within the Marie Curie Palliative Care Research Centre, Division of Population Medicine at Cardiff University. The post holder will conduct research within the 'Optimised Patient Experience' work stream of the Wales Cancer Research Centre. This work stream is focused on refining the concept of precision medicine by including consideration of patient - as well as tumour - characteristics which reflect ability to tolerate treatment (treatment resilience) alongside patient preferences for, and experience of, care. The post will concentrate on identifying those patient physiological classifiers (e.g. sarcopenia, circulating biomolecules, task performance) which best define risk of anti-cancer treatment non-completion. The post holder will work alongside colleagues who will be exploring patient perceptions of treatment and treatment choice. A significant degree of cross-over and collaborative working is anticipated. The post holder will also be researching within the wider context of the Wales Cancer Research Centre's 'Treatment and Care' domain with ample opportunity to collaborate across clinical and academic domains. This post is full time (35 hours a week), available immediately and fixed term until 31 March 2023. Salary: 33,797 - 40,322 per annum (Grade 6). We anticipate that the starting salary will be no more than 38,017 per annum. Closing Date: Wednesday, 17 June 2020 Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received. Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements. Post Reference Number: 9642BR Job Description: Main Function To conduct research within Palliative and Supportive Care and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University, carrying out research leading to the publishing of work in high-quality journals. To pursue excellence in research and to inspire others to do the same. Main Duties and Responsibilities Research To conduct research within Supportive and Palliative Care and contribute to the overall research performance of the School and University by the production of measurable outputs including bidding for funding, publishing in national academic journals and conferences, and the recruitment and supervision of postgraduate research students. To develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research including research funding proposals To attend and or present at conferences/seminars at a local and national level as required To undertake administrative tasks associated with the research project, including the planning and organisation of the project and the implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely reporting To prepare research ethics and research governance applications as appropriate To review and synthesise existing research literature within the field To participate in School research activities. To build and create networks both internally and externally to the university, to influence decisions, explore future research requirements, and share research ideas for the benefit of research projects Other To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally to raise awareness of the School's profile, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the School and the enhancement of its regional and national profile. To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to and which will enhance performance. To participate i

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