Part-time Researcher - 7 month contract

Royal College of Physicians of Ireland; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 38,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave and flexible benefits

Wellbeing programme

Flexible hybrid working

Pension scheme

CPD options

Job summary

The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland invites applications for a part-time Researcher (7 Month Fixed Term Contract - 4 days) in the Research Department. The role focuses on delivering and analysing research initiatives, with opportunities to engage in cross-functional projects and support trainees with research skills.

The position requires a PhD in a relevant field, 2+ years of experience, and strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities, with excellent communication and

Qualifications

• PhD qualification in social science, psychology, education or related discipline on a topic relevant to medical education evaluation
• 2+ years relevant research experience
• An understanding of the operational requirements for a successful research project
• Excellent quantitative analytic skills and use of statistical packages such as SPSS, or GraphPad Prism
• Good knowledge of qualitative research methods
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills combined with a multi-disciplinary approach
• High personal motivation and self-management
• Good qualitative and quantitative analysis and data management skills
• Strong IT skills, with good knowledge of analytic programmes, etc.

Responsibilities

• Deliver research initiatives under the RCPI's strategic Initiatives, with emphasis on medical education
• Study design demonstrating appropriate methodological data collection skills
• Data analysis and information to support key research projects, both qualitative and quantitative
• Coordinate, implement, analyse and report on departmental surveys
• Support research activity within the college
• Engage cross-functionally in initiatives and collaborative research projects, both internal and externally
• Support Trainees with research skills through HST Research Clinics and the HST Research Day
• Support preparation of structured reports and presentations for senior leadership, Council, and external partners where required

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative methods

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Data management

IT skills

Education

PhD qualification in social science, psychology, education or related discipline

Tools

SPSS

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Company Description The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicatedto ensuring that doctors have the skills toprovide patients with the best possible care. Founded in 1654, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.

Company Description The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicatedto ensuring that doctors have the skills toprovide patients with the best possible care. Founded in 1654, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.

Through its Faculties and Institutes, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offers medical training programmes, examinations, diplomas, and educational courses to equip doctors with the skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems. It also offers a range of educational diplomas and courses for learners in the wider healthcare sector.

Job Description

Role: Researcher (Part Time)

Department: Research

Reporting to: Research Manager

Duration: 7 Month Fixed Term Contract - 4 days

Closing date: 12 November at 16:00

Annualised Salary: €47,273 - IUA Postdoctoral Scale 1, Point 1

Pro-rata Annualised Salary: €37,818.40 - Based on 0.8 (4- day week)

Research Design and Delivery

• Deliver research initiatives under the RCPI's strategic Initiatives, with an emphasis, but not limited to, medical education, aligned to the RCPI strategy.
• Study design demonstrating appropriate methodological data collection skills.
• Data analysis and information to support key research projects, both qualitative and quantitative.
• Co-ordinate, implement, analyse and report on departmental surveys.
• Support research activity within the college.
• Engage cross-functionally in initiatives and collaborative research projects, both internal and externally.
• Support Trainees with research skills through HST Research Clinics and the HST Research Day.
• Support preparation of structured reports and presentations for senior leadership, Council, and external partners where required.

Research Ethics Committee

• Experience submitting Research Ethics Committee application(s)
• Knowledge of applicable regulations, such as GDPR guidelines, Data Protection Impact Assessment, Consent Declaration, and HSE guidance, etc.

Communications

• Communication with both internal and external stakeholders regarding research initiatives
• Dissemination of findings internally and externally at national and international meetings where appropriate.
• Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals, as applicable
• Keep up-to-date in new and innovative research practices and communicate these to colleagues.
• Engage in regular one-to-one meetings and performance reviews.

Requirements

• PhD qualification, in social science, psychology, education or related discipline on a topic relevant to medical education evaluation
• 2 + years relevant research experience
• An understanding of the operational requirements for a successful research project
• Excellent quantitative analytic skills and use of statistical packages such as SPSS, or GraphPad Prism
• Good knowledge of qualitative research methods
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills combined with a multi-disciplinary approach
• High personal motivation and self-management
• Good qualitative and quantitative analysis and data management skills
• Strong IT skills, with good knowledge of analytic programmes, etc.

Desired

• Experience in medical education research/work in healthcare
• Research outputs in form of peer reviewed publications

Competencies

• Research Design and Delivery
• Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

Why us?

• Leave: We offer 21 days annual leave with an additional 3-4 college days as well as long service leave to all employees. We also provide support for staff with Maternity, Sick, Parents, and Parental leave.
• Wellbeing: An Employee Assistance Programme with Spectrum Life is available to all staff members as well as annual flu vaccine.
• Flexible Hybrid working model: The RCPI offer a flexible 35-hour-a-week hybrid working model for all employees from their start date, giving staff the autonomy to work from home combined with time spent onsite.
• Pension: A defined contribution pension scheme of 1.5% Employee contribution and RCPI contribution from commencement date, with an increase after 18 months
• Flexible Benefit: Pro-rata €1,500 annual flexible benefit upon completion of a successful probationary period.
• Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary.
• Learning & Development: We offer CPD options including study leave and unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Diversity and Inclusion: RCPI recognises the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We were recently awarded a Silver accreditation from Investors in Diversity. We are an open and inclusive organisation that celebrates and welcomes diversity. We lead initiatives that support, promote and demonstrate a culture of mutual respect, inclusivity, and diversity, as outlined in our Diversity and Inclusion policy.

Accommodations

The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is an inclusive employer and in line with our policies you are invited to disclose any reasonable accommodations you require for applying, interviewing or working with RCPI. Please be assured this information will be treated as confidential and not used for the purpose of selection. If you have any queries, please contact Suzann Donnelly at [e-mail].

About Us

The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland is a postgraduate medical training college dedicated to ensuring that doctors have the skills to provide patients with the best possible care. Founded in 1654, the college supports doctors to enhance their skills, competencies, and professionalism throughout their working lives.

Through its Faculties and Institutes, The Royal College of Physicians of Ireland, offers medical training programmes, examinations, diplomas, and educational courses to equip doctors with the skills and knowledge they need to care for patients and run safe and efficient healthcare systems. It also offers a range of educational diplomas and courses for learners in the wider healthcare sector.