Research Fellow

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until September 2028

Role Summary:

Applications are invited for a Full-time Research Fellow position to investigate the vestibular consequences of concussion and mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI).

The appointed fellow be working for the Vestibular workstream of the mTBI-Predict project, with an expected start date of 01/03/2024.  mTBI-Predict is a multiyear research programme funded by the UK Ministry of Defence and US Department of Defence, with this 5-year post potentially being progressed to further years dependent of onward funding success. Due to the nature of the project, a 12-month probation period will be in place for this role, with successful candidates expected to meet key performance indicators within the first three months.

Main Duties

• To co-ordinate and conduct primary research towards the goals of the research project, specifically, to lead the data collection, management and analysis of the vestibular / neurophysiology workstream.
• To apply knowledge in a way which develops new intellectual understanding and clinical interpretation from the application of the vestibular / neurophysiology data.
• To contribute to developing new models, techniques and methods in analysis and management of vestibular / neurophysiology data.
• Analyse and manage collected data as directed; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews.
• To provide guidance to other staff and students on own specialist area.
• Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research
• Participate in research team meetings.
• To disseminate research findings using appropriate and effective media such as publication, research seminars etc.
• To contribute to the production of research reports and publications.
• To prepare reports for Steering groups and other bodies.
• Promote equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture.

Person specification

• A PhD degree (or one near to completion) in the area of Neuroscience, Physiology and Health Sciences or Biomedical Engineering /Computer Science.
• Experience with research and conducting of human (clinical) trials.
• Practical experience of applying the relevant skills and techniques, for example assessment of vestibular dysfunction / postural sway with EEG/EMG recordings and/or eye tracking. Additional experience with other neurophysiology techniques (i.e. functional NIRS, TMS and Doppler) would be an advantage.
• Familiarity with Matlab/Python would be an advantage.
• High level analytical capability.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly.
• Ability to access and organise resources successfully.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• Cooperative nature and strong teamwork skills, with a willingness to work as part of a large multi-disciplinary team.
• Understanding of and ability to contribute to public engagement activities.

Informal enquires can be made to Dr Raymond Reynolds ([email protected] ).

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