Research Associate (NI BabyHearts 2) - School of Medicine

Research Associate (NI BabyHearts 2) - School of Medicine, Belfast

Client: Ulster University

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Education

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 382b55e3b629

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Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Role: Research Associate (NI BabyHearts 2)

Department: School of Medicine

Campus: Belfast

Contract: Fixed-term until 28th February 2026 / Full-Time

Job Purpose:

Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) is the most common birth defect in children, accounting for almost one third of congenital abnormalities diagnosed prenatally or in infancy. The original NI BabyHearts Study was conducted in 2014 to investigate possible environmental risk and protective factors associated with CHD. This follow-up study aims to explore the impact of preconceptional and antenatal environmental factors on the health, neurodevelopment, and academic achievement of children with CHD, using the BabyHearts cohort aged 6-9 years. The findings will inform clinical care, service provision, preconceptional and antenatal advice, public health policy, and contribute to the evidence base for improving outcomes for children with CHD.

The post holder will collaborate with the research team to investigate this cohort, including recruiting participants from the original cohort and assisting with data collection.

Note: The university may create a 12-month waiting list for similar roles within the Department/Faculty. The university reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the university if necessary.

Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education.