Research Assistant (After the Single Use)

TN United Kingdom; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Assistant for a Wellcome-funded project focused on rethinking medical devices for sustainability. This role involves qualitative research methods and requires travel for data collection and workshops. The project aims to explore the social and environmental impacts of single-use plastics in the medical devices industry, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about sustainability and innovation. Join a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the field of medical device reuse and resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience in qualitative research methods like ethnography and interviews.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop case studies on single-use plastic medical devices.
• Conduct data collection and engage with stakeholders through workshops.

Skills

Qualitative research methods

Organizational skills

Sustainability knowledge

Travel willingness

Education

Undergraduate degree in social science, design, or engineering

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Research Assistant (After the Single Use), Midlothian

Client: The University of Edinburgh

Location: Midlothian

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 64e89f0d1c4f

Job Views: 9

Posted: 26.04.2025

Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description:

Department: CAHSS / School of Social and Political Science

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: 3.5 years

We are seeking a Research Assistant experienced in qualitative research methods to join the Wellcome-funded project titled ‘After the Single Use: Rethinking Medical Devices for Reuse, Resilience and Renewal’. The role involves travel nationally and internationally for data collection, events, and workshops.

The Opportunity:

You will develop case studies on single-use plastic medical devices in the global industry, research participatory workshop methods with stakeholders, and undertake data collection.

This project examines sustainability transitions in the medical devices industry, focusing on social and environmental impacts of single-use plastics and exploring reusable alternatives.

This is a fixed-term position from January 2025 to August 2029, full-time (35 hours/week). Travel for data collection and events is required.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in relevant social science, design, or engineering discipline.
• Experience with qualitative research methods (ethnography, interviews, focus groups, participatory design).
• Knowledge of sustainability issues in the medical devices industry.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Willingness and ability to travel nationally and internationally.