Renumeration: Aligned with the IUA Research Salary Scale, Level 1, Point 1
Location: RCSI ERC Building, Beaumont Hospital
Reporting to: Professor Imran Sulaiman
Closing Applications: Sunday 6th of July at 23:45
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Summary of Post
We are excited to announce a 2 year, research assistant position in Prof. Sulaiman’s lung microbiome research group. The successful candidate will be involved in early lung cancer translational research studies. This position will be based at RCSI Education and Research Building at Beaumont Hospital.
We are seeking candidates with a keen interest in clinical and translational cancer research. The successful candidate will be working within a highly motivated and collaborative environment, and will have the opportunity to contribute to an exciting and rapidly evolving field.
If you are passionate about lung cancer translational research, we would encourage you to apply for thisposition.
Specific duties include:
• Co-ordinate the collection of clinical samples.
• Processing of clinical samples.
• Development and leadership of a prospective database for lung cancer patients.
• Recording of clinical +/- translational data in large dataset platforms.
• Keep and maintain an organized database of stored samples.
• Co-ordinate and organise webinar series.
• Present regular progress reports to members of the research group or to external audiences to disseminate and publicise research findings.
• Prepare, in consultation with supervisors, material for publication in national and international journals and presentations at international conferences.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary research team, external research partners, and stakeholders across multiple projects.
• Carry out routine administrative tasks associated with the research project/s and to assist the study PI and key team members, to ensure those project/s are completed on time and within budget. These might include organisation of project meetings and documentation, financial control, risk assessment of research activities.
• Perform any other duties necessary for the successful implementation and delivery of research activities.
Qualifications (Essential):
• A Bachelor of Science degree in relevant discipline
Knowledge & Experience (Essential):
• Knowledge in handling and processing patient samples
• Excellent communication skills• Independent and pro-active
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively under tight deadlines.
• Capacity for independent decision-making, proactive problem-solving, and taking initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with fluency in English.
• Proficiency in digital tools and platforms for communication, collaboration, and presentation (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom).
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R) and/or qualitative software (e.g., NVivo, MAXQDA) is desirable.
• Experience developing and working with large datasets and databases
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R) and/or qualitative software (e.g., NVivo, MAXQDA) is desirable.
• Previous experience and competence with molecular biology techniques (in particular DNA and RNA isolation)
We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application — we’d love to hear from you.
Application Process
All applications for this post must be made through the career's webpage RCSI- CAREERS. Please note we do not accept CVs directly.
Informal Enquiries:
Informal enquiries are invited in the first instance through Imran Sulaiman (email: imransulaiman@rcsi.com).
Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI. Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position. RCSI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or race. RCSI is committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across everything we do. This ensures we can all work and learn in an environment defined by dignity and respect. Eligibility to work in Ireland is a requirement of this role, Proof of eligibility documentation will be required at a later date. Under limited and specific circumstances (research/ specialist roles) RCSI may be in a position to seek a hosting agreement and/or work permits. Employees are required to undertake 6 months service in their current role before applying for other internal opportunities, unless agreed in advance by the SMT representative.
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