University of Bristol - School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience · 2 days ago
Senior Research Associate (Qualitative for LIFT-PD feasibility trial)
Bristol, CT
Part-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
£43K/yr - £50K/yrThe University of Bristol is seeking a Senior Research Associate for the LIFT-PD feasibility trial, which investigates the acceptability, feasibility, and safety of High Intensity Functional Training for people with Parkinson’s. The role involves study set-up, data collection through interviews, analysis of qualitative data, and dissemination of results to improve patient experience through exercise interventions.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Study set-up: working with the CI and exercise delivery centres to invite potential participants
Data Collection: develop an interview topic guide with the patient advisory group and the CI. Undertaking in-depth semi-structured qualitative interviews via telephone, video conferencing software, and in-person with: Approximately 10 trial participants (active arm), Approximately 5 trial participants (control arm), Approximately 5 trial non-participants, Approximately 5 coaches involved in the delivery of the intervention
Analysis: leading analysis of qualitative data. Contributing to overall trial analysis
Dissemination and impact: writing up results for publications and presentations. Working with the patient advisory group to write a plain language summary of the study findings
Trial administration and trial management: assisting and contributing to the day-to-day running of the trial as needed, working with the wider project team to successfully deliver LIFT-PD
Qualification
Required
You have a good honours degree (or equivalent) in health or social sciences
You have a relevant post-graduate research degree (e.g., MA, MSc or PhD in social or health sciences, or have equivalent professional qualifications/experience)
You have experience of leading qualitative data collection and analysis
You have excellent communication and team-working skills
You have experience of leading or contributing to the management of a research trial or project
You have a track record of excellence in research project administration and delivery
You are excited about undertaking research to understand the experience of people with Parkinson's, with the goal of ultimately improving patient experience through exercise and physical activity interventions
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University of Bristol - School of Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
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