I am recruiting for a Band 6 Research and Information Officer post covering the topics of Obesity, Physical Activity and Nutrition. The post is available for a 9 month period, and will be based in Public Health Agency, County Hall, Galgorm Road, Ballymena. Research experience in the health and/or social sciences field is essential. This is a full time position. Mon Fri 0900 1800. Salary set £18.10ph KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To support a programme of research and evaluation that will facilitate the effective operation of the Public Health Agency. To assist in commissioning and managing external research and evaluation and to conduct in-house research and evaluation which will involve in assisting or completing: The design of research and evaluation frameworks The preparation of briefs The design of research/survey and qualitative instruments The analysis of large-scale data sets inc. lifestyle surveys Report writing and presentations CRITERIA: A university degree (social science, public health, health related) with a significant research component or an equivalent research related qualification AND 2 years experience of working as a research assistant/information officer in a health/social research environment in voluntary, statutory or private sector OR 5 years experience of working as a research assistant/information officer in a health/social research environment in voluntary, statutory or private sector Closing date for applications is 7 November 2024. We intend to carry out informal interviews soon after in County Hall, Ballymena and I will confirm dates and times with candidates as soon as possible. Full job description available on request. For more information and to apply please contact Laura-Lee on Keenan Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer, acting as an Employment Business on behalf of our Clients for temporary work and an Employment Agency for providing permanent employment with our Clients. Keenan Recruitment is proudly a Corporate Member of REC - 10638 (Recruitment and Employment Confederation) adhering to all current employment legislation. Skills: Research and Information Gathering Evaluation Health data Data Analysis Surveying