Project Support Assistant (PEARL/MOTION)
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Project Support Assistant (PEARL/MOTION)
Applications are invited for a Project Support Assistant to join the Gut Microbes and Health (GMH) Programme at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] (QIB), based on the Norwich Research Park in Norwich, UK.
- Salary: £19,505 to £23,790 per annum
- Contract Length: 19 months
- Location: Norwich Research Park, Norwich, UK
- Closing Date: 05 July 2021
Background
To understand what makes a healthy microbiome, The Gut Microbes and Health Programme is studying how the gut is initially colonised by microbes in the first months and years of life, and how this contributes to lifelong health. Our aims are to understand in what ways the gut microbiota help us maintain a healthy state, and the changes that occur that lead to disease. The Project Support Assistant will be based within the PEARL/MOTION team, responsible for delivering the PEARL and MOTION longitudinal studies within the GMH research programme.
The Role
The post holder will be responsible for assisting in project administrative duties such as data collection, sharing and filing, and database management. They will also work directly with members of the NHS-Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, and participants in the PEARL and MOTION studies by answering queries, assisting with recruitment and after full training, to deliver study visit appointments with the participants. In this role, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills in project management, team working and delivery of human studies.
The Ideal Candidate
- Skills in data collection and processing
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Previous experience of working in a research or higher education environment
- Excellent time management skills
Additional Information
Salary on appointment will be within the range £19,505 to £23,790 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This post is for a contract of 19 months. [Employer hidden] is a registered charity (No. 1058499) and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
How to Apply
Further information and details of how to apply can be found here, or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1004068. We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sectors of society. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.