Research Assistant
Department: Psychology
Reference Number: 090133
Salary: £33,232 pa (Pay Award Pending 1 March 2025)
Closing Date: 14-Feb-2025 23:30
We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to work on a new project funded by the Medical Research Foundation (MRF), called ECHO-ADHD. This project will focus on understanding experiences, health needs, and access to healthcare services of people aged 50+ with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
You will be based in the Department of Psychology at the University of Liverpool, and will join an active and collaborative team committed to improving the lives of neurodivergent people. You will also collaborate closely with ADAPT Lab, based at UCL: ADAPT Lab. We have a strong track record in training early-career researchers, and this will be an excellent opportunity for the right applicant to develop in their career.
Responsibilities:
1. Lead on running qualitative interviews with adults aged 50+ with ADHD.
2. Assist with project administration (e.g., organizing meetings).
3. Liaise with a range of stakeholders and organizations to ensure successful delivery of the project.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a Psychology-related BSc. The right candidate will have strong social skills to build rapport with participants and diverse team members, as well as excellent attention to detail and planning/organizational skills. We are looking for someone with an excellent understanding of the issues facing neurodivergent people, particularly those with ADHD. See the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
We particularly encourage applications from neurodivergent people and from individuals who are likely to be under-represented in the academic workforce. This may include people with disabilities and individuals from minority ethnic backgrounds.
Duration: The post is available for 19 months.
If you have any queries about the role, please contact Dr. Amber John at ajohn@liverpool.ac.uk.
Commitment to Diversity:
The University of Liverpool is committed to enhancing workforce diversity. We actively seek to attract, develop, and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all genders/gender identities, Black, Asian, or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
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