Research Assistant - Self-Harm Data & Analysis

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in the UK is seeking Research Assistants to contribute to a major study on self-harm. Candidates should have or be pursuing a degree in Psychology or a related field, and possess skills in SPSS. Responsibilities include collecting and managing data, while collaborating with various teams. This role offers ample opportunities for flexibility and professional development, underpinned by a commitment to excellent data management protocols.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Yearly appraisal with ongoing training commitment

Good maternity, paternity, and adoption benefits

Health service discounts

Free employee assistance programme

Access to various employee networks

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Structured learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology or related subject required.
• Proficient in using Excel and SPSS for data management.
• Outstanding communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and manage self-harm presentation data from patient records.
• Work flexibly between the Research and Development Team and South Liaison Team.
• Adhere to strict system-specific security protocols and ethics.

Skills

Experience of using SPSS

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Good understanding of ethics in healthcare and research

Uses own initiative and self-motivating

Education

Working towards or achieved undergraduate degree in relevant subject

Working towards a post-graduate degree in psychology or relevant area

Job description

A leading healthcare trust in the UK is seeking Research Assistants to contribute to a major study on self-harm. Candidates should have or be pursuing a degree in Psychology or a related field, and possess skills in SPSS. Responsibilities include collecting and managing data, while collaborating with various teams. This role offers ample opportunities for flexibility and professional development, underpinned by a commitment to excellent data management protocols.