Research Assistant inBirmingham inBirmingham PUBLISHED
WED 11 DEC 2024
As a Research Assistant, key responsibilities include executing specific tasks within complex projects under the guidance of a project manager, managing multiple tasks effectively while meeting tight deadlines, and understanding project risks and interdependencies. The role emphasises the development of evaluation skills, fostering relationships with stakeholders, and undertaking initiatives to better understand the health and care policy landscape. The Strategy Unit values diversity and encourages applications from individuals from underrepresented groups.
Research Assistant
Evaluation
£26,530 (Band 4)
The Strategy Unit is leading research, analysis and change from within the NHS.
The NHS and its partners face significant challenges, and our work is in high demand. We support healthcare providers, commissioners, universities, charities, and government organisations to solve complex problems by providing evidence-informed analysis and advice.
For more information about our work including recent and current projects, please visit our website: www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsxzSm
The Strategy Unit is committed to being more representative of the people we serve. We would like to encourage applications from appropriately qualified individuals from underrepresented groups.
As aResearch Assistant you will be involved in a wide range of work in our mixed-method project teams and be supported to develop and grow your skills and interests.
We are looking for people with an interest in social research and evaluation, and a relevant undergraduate qualification - with some experience of applied qualitative research methods.
As part of the Evaluation Team you will be working on a wide range of evaluations from small, local interventions to large, national complex and high-profile programmes.
About us
As a Research Assistant, you will be responsible for developing your evaluation skills and supporting the delivery of projects. You will be expected to:
Deliver specific tasks within complex project assignments, working under the direction of the project manager/director. Demonstrating high quality interpersonal skills, alongside an analytical mindset
Manage multiple tasks across a range of projects, be calm under pressure and juggle competing priorities and tight deadlines
Take responsibility for ensuring your work is completed as directed by the project manager/director, ensuring that assignments are delivered within the available resources, on time and of the required quality
Understand project risks and interdependencies and the impact of your work on other aspects of project delivery
Take the initiative in developing your understanding of the broader health and care policy / institutional environment
Build and maintain good working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
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