Total 13 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Chester Le Street, County Durham

The Role and Department

The Department of Biosciences is composed of 62 academic staff and research fellows; around 50 research and technical support staff; over 90 Research Postgraduate students and over 500 Single Honours undergraduate students, and also teaches students from the Natural Sciences programme. The Department is committed to an ethos of research-led teaching at both BSc and MBiol levels, and was ranked 5th in the UK for Biological Sciences Departments in the Complete University Guide 2024.

Our basic science underpins applications across each-and-every sector of the bio-economy, including Biotechnology, Ecology and Agritechnology. Research programmes are grouped in the following areas: Molecular Plant Sciences; Biomolecular Interactions; Ecology, Evolution and Environment; and Animal Cells and Systems. These groups organise focused seminar series, Research Away Days, manage joint research facilities, oversee mentoring, internal peer review and serve to nucleate larger research projects. Along with our excellent research facilities such as bioimaging, proteomics, metabolomics and genomics we offer a high quality and supportive environment for our research staff.

The Dept. of Biosciences partners with other areas of research strength in Durham University including Computational Sciences and Chemistry, and encourages multidisciplinary research for Health and Wellbeing. Durham University was listed in the Times Higher World Top 50 Life Science Challengers (July 2017).

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• Performs analyses and develops reports on biomedical, scientific, and health policy issues.
• Performs quantitative and qualitative data analysis as well as literature reviews and prepares reports for presentation to leadership, professional and scientific organizations, and journals.
• Maintains awareness of scientific advances and legislative developments regarding the national health status and issues having implications for current and planned health research and research training programs.
• Prepares background materials for senior staff that capture the current state of knowledge in scientific and policy-areas, and provides staff support for special science policy, research program planning, or evaluation.

The Departments of Computer Science and Law at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant Professor. This is a permanent position. We are seeking a talented researcher with expertise in AI and Natural Language Processing (NLP), particularly with a focus on AI and NLP applications in legal compliance control.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make an important contribution to the development of research in Computer Science (https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/computer-science/) and Law (https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/law/research/). It supports the newly founded JusTN0W initiative (https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/csdlp/justn0w/), which takes place within the Centre for Sustainable Development Law and Policy (https://www.durham.ac.uk/research/institutes-and-centres/csdlp/). JusTN0W aims to develop a world-leading interdisciplinary work programme, to research sustainable and just solutions for accelerated decarbonisation of economies. The university has committed to invest £5M over four years in this groundbreaking project.

The successful candidate will play a leading role in the development of this new initiative, dedicating the first four years primarily to this work. They will benefit from a reduced teaching load and a startup travel budget to support high-quality research, grant applications, and initiatives to engage other staff in JusTN0W-related opportunities. After four years, the appointment will be reviewed based on grant income and may transition to a primarily research role or an Education and Research Track position with a standard teaching load.

This post offers an exciting opportunity to make a major contribution to the development of internationally

excellent research and teaching while allowing you unrivalled opportunities to progress and embed your career

in an exciting and progressive institution. For more information, please visit our Department pages

at https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/computer-science/

and https://www.durham.ac.uk/departments/academic/law/

The Department of Computer Science is one of the UK's leading Computer Science departments, with an outstanding reputation in research, teaching, and student employability. Our internationally recognised research covers Algorithms and Complexity, Artificial Intelligence and Human Systems, Networks, Scientific Computing and Vision, Imaging and Visualisation. There is a lively research culture with many visitors and events, and collaborations locally, nationally and internationally. In the recent UK research assessment exercise REF2021 we improved by six places in the ranking. The Department has recently grown rapidly, and now has more than 50 permanent members of academic staff. The Department has a proud tradition of excellence in its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The Department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award.

Durham Law School is a leading law school. Consistently ranked in the Top 10 nationally and Top 50 globally, it comprises a community of over 100 academics and professional support staff. It has an infrastructure of high-profile research centres that brings together colleagues for collaborative projects.  The School has an extensive network of leading international partner institutions and close ties with the City of London and the Inns of Court. Our top-ranked global law courses are very competitive with an excellent and diverse student population from across the world delivering a cutting-edge, research-led curriculum. Our Law School is also proud to hold the Athena Swan Bronze award. Athena SWAN is a national initiative that recognises the advancement of gender equality, representation, progression and success for all in academia.

The role is full-time, but we will consider requests for flexible working arrangements including potential job

shares.

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About Us:

Are you passionate about contributing to groundbreaking research projects that advance medical knowledge and improve patient care? Join our team as a Clinical Research Coordinator/Assistant and play a pivotal role in the development and execution of innovative research initiatives. We offer opportunities for individuals with a science-related background to be involved in various aspects of clinical research, from project development to data analysis and publication.

Job Scopes:

• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Principal Investigator in the development and execution of research projects, ensuring smooth project management and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct literature searches and synthesize research findings to inform the design and implementation of research studies.
• Perform data collation, cleaning, analysis, and presentation of findings to stakeholders, contributing to the generation of valuable insights and conclusions.
• Collaborate with the research team in developing publication and communication plans, preparing posters and slides for presentations, and drafting abstracts and manuscripts for publication in scientific journals.
• Handle other ad hoc duties as required to support the efficient operation of the research team and project success.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum
• Degree in Science or related fields from a recognized institution.

Join Our Team:

If you're looking for an opportunity to be part of cutting-edge research projects and make a meaningful impact on healthcare, we invite you to join our team as a Clinical Research Coordinator/Assistant. Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and improving patient outcomes.

How to Apply:

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EA Personnel: Hoh Mei Ling

EA Personnel Reg No: R21103150

• The work performed is traditional hands-on wildlife work.
• The incumbent performs any of the assignments listed below related to all types of wildlife, including small mammals, birds, carnivores, megafauna, fish, reptiles, amphibians, etc.
• Individually, or as a crewmember, performs complex tasks in carrying out recurring wildlife-related projects, such as assisting in developing sampling methods or collecting field data.
• May collect field data on wildlife and vegetation for use by others in developing a variety of maps, management plans, and environmental analysis reports.
• Performs a variety of recurring duties in the assigned area. Schedules, organizes, and executes field wildlife projects for detecting identifying and evaluating habitat management.
• Using prescribed procedures, the technician resolves regular and recurring problems concerning wildlife project plans for habitat management.
• Collects, complies, and summarizes the data that is obtained on wildlife habitat and vegetation for preparation of wildlife species, range allotment, deer herd, and other maps and management plans.
• Compiles and summarizes the data obtained from aerial and ground surveys to determine vegetation types; conducts routine analyses.
• Provides the biological and vegetation data from records and fieldwork to professional personnel after checking it.
• Developing explanations for unusually high or low figures or figures that seem inconsistent to determine past wildlife and livestock use.
• Collects data for big game, upland game, raptors, small mammals, and threatened and endangered species.
• Subsequently, assists with development of reports after higher graded employees have refined and verified the data and analyzed the results.
• Ensures that a sufficient supply of reagents, standards and controls are available at all times by ordering an adequate supply from commercial sources or preparing a variety of specialized solutions or reagents.
• Using established procedures, calibrates, controls, and maintains a variety of instrumentation, laboratory, and field equipment.
• When calibration falls outside acceptable limits, incumbent uses independent judgment in adjusting either the procedure or the mechanical device used in the determination to bring the procedures into good quality control.
• Keeps accurate records and reports on the full range of research activities. Collects and performs a preliminary analysis of biological and physical data, including the inventory of habitat conditions and the needs and population of wildlife.
• Tabulates and orders acquired field data prior to computer analysis. Computes and summarizes data and prepares charts, graphs, and figures for data analysis and public presentation.
• Works with project collaborators and stakeholders in order to ensure cooperation, research integrity, and the achievement of agency objectives.

• Independently, or as part of a team, participates in procedural fisheries and/or wildlife related assignments where methods and techniques are well established.
• Makes browse surveys; takes and records measurements such as identifying species, etc.; identifies and measures species and conditions; delineates wildlife or fisheries habitat types on topographic maps; and, identifies habitat condition.
• Maintains records of investigations and trail data as requested by the team leader or supervisor.
• The supervisor or team leader makes sure assigned are completed; and information is developed.
• The supervisor or team leader makes sure the methods used in securing and verifying data are acceptable; and that use of guidelines are technically-accurate and in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Under supervision, prepares data summaries in proper format. Summarizes data obtained from field collections using prescribed statistical procedures.
• Assists in the attainment of field data by calculating and recording relevant biological information irregular to the specific assignment.
• Formulates and orders data as directed and prepares data for computer use. Assists in the collection, handling, and preservation of specimens.
• Makes fish counts, and traps fry and fingerlings using such methods as baited minnow traps.
• Identifies and measures species, recording numbers, lengths, weights etc.
• takes scale samples, notes environmental factors prejudicial to fish habitat such as log jams and silting, and recommends corrective action; and independently determines count sites on assigned streams.
• Performs wildlife and/or fisheries habitat improvement projects such as maintenance of wildlife openings and trails.
• Inventories of nesting structures; construction and installation of woody structures for streams, rivers, and lakes.
• Planting of areas for establishment of more desirable food or cover; installation and maintenance of nesting boxes; establishment of food plots, etc.
• Conducts surveys of game and non-game wildlife species and plant species; counts, sorts, identifies species, and performs measurements.
• Records data manually and electronically using a Global Positioning System unit and computer.
• Summarizes data obtained from field collections and, under supervision, prepares data summaries in proper format. Manages data and prepares reports.
• Conducts routine procedural tests using well-established work methods and techniques. Summarizes data obtained from field collections using prescribed statistical procedures.
• Under supervision, prepares data summaries in proper format. Assists higher-graded technicians with the operation of more sophisticated equipment or systems.
• Does not interpret the results, but is responsible for noticing obvious deviations so that tests may be repeated or other checks made.

• The work performed is traditional hands-on wildlife work.
• The incumbent performs any of the assignments listed below related to all types of wildlife, including small mammals, birds, carnivores, megafauna, fish, reptiles, amphibians, etc.
• Frequently, there is an integrated approach to address resource management issues, where the incumbent works as a member of a team to collaboratively achieve mutual goals and objectives.
• Individually, or as part of a team, performs established wildlife-related assignments.
• Assignments involve constructing or completing habitat project work such as: watershed development, fencing, or clearing areas to establish food that is more desirable or cover habitat.
• For example, assesses habitat environments, requirements, and inhabitants of wildlife; collects and accumulates data through a variety of techniques; examines information, and develops reports of results with suitable recommendations.
• Collects facts for development of wildlife management plans and coordination of wildlife needs for environmental analysis reports.
• Incumbent supports avian community studies. Conducts field surveys of birds requiring specialized experience identifying birds by sight or sound. Performs assignments which involve sampling forest vegetation using dbh tape and clinometer.
• Collects data following a prescribed protocol. Identifies multiple species by sight or sound. May assist in capture and banding birds. Navigates on public and private road systems without direct supervision.
• Locates off-road study sites using compass, topographic maps and/or GPS unit. Records field data in a legible manner. Enters field data onto a computer database. May assist in proofing and editing data forms and databases.
• Maintains field equipment and vehicles in good working condition. As required, camps at remote locations on National Forest land.
• Performs complicated test following standard procedures for the full range of support work in the wildlife management program.
• Assignments involve collecting and analyzing; developing reports on the characteristics and quality of the samples of the field test; and developing accurate records and making presentation of findings.

This role will be supporting clinical and medical research projects within the Healthcare & Medical industry.

What you'll be doing

• Design, implement, and analyse clinical research studies
• Conduct literature reviews, summarise findings, and prepare abstracts, manuscripts, and presentations
• Collect, clean, and analyse research data to provide actionable insights
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Principal Investigator, including scheduling and record-keeping
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and effective project execution
• Create publication plans, posters, and slides for conferences and communications
• Stay updated on advancements in clinical research to drive innovation

What we're looking for

• Bachelor degree in Life Sciences
• 1 - 2 years of experience in a research assistant or similar role
• Excellent data collection, analysis and reporting skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with a high degree of accuracy

Interested applicants, kindly furnish us with your detailed resume in MS Words format and click "Apply Now" button.

**We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants who do not possess necessary experience or qualification will still be considered on individual merits and may be contacted for other opportunities.**

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EA License No: 10C4754

EA Personnel: Stephanie Toh

EA Personnel Reg No: R1217674

• Write and edit programs (R, SAS, SQL, or Python) to query relational database, organize and analyze data from IMPACII or other relational database.
• Share programming code (R, SAS, SQL or Python), document steps of analysis and collaborate with team to ensure transparent and reproducible results.
• Investigate and provide collaborative feedback to team and leadership in understanding and editing programs (R, SAS, SQL or Python) for data anomalies, data integrity, nuances and other unexpected patterns in the data.
• Apply statistical techniques, models and tests to gain insight into the data and inform direction of subsequent analysis and explanation of significance of differences observed in the data.
• Write narrative explanations and interpretations of data findings, results and create summaries of the data as part of larger comprehensive analysis.
• Utilize scientific research methodologies and approaches to develop testable hypotheses to answer questions pertaining to scientific portfolio analyses for program staff and leadership.

Job Scope:

• To coordinate and assist in the conduct of clinical research studies and trials
• Perform screening activities according to protocol eligibility criteria and assist in recruitment.
• Obtain proper written informed consent from each study participant prior to participation in the study.
• Schedule study visits as per protocol and ensure visit schedules are adhered to.
• Create any documents required for the successful conduct of a clinical research study or trial.
• Assist in data collection and maintain research data integrity.
• Monitor and report all adverse/ unanticipated events, abnormal results, and protocol deviations or non-compliance to the Principal Investigator and CRU.
• Work closely with research team for smooth coordination of research projects.
• Assist PI in preparation of study-related presentations/materials.
• Ad hoc duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Minimum a Diploma or Degree, preferably in Life Science / Biomedical Science or equivalent
• Competent in MS Office
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Candidate with knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, medical and research terminology and ethics is at advantage

Interested applicants, kindly furnish us with your detailed resume in MS Words format and click "Apply Now" button

We regret to inform only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applicants who do not possess necessary experience or qualification will still be considered on individual merits and may be contacted for other opportunities

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EA License No: 10C4754

EA Personnel: Choong Yi Han

EA Personnel Reg No: R2196526

Job Description:

• Stakeholder Engagement and Needs Assessment: Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify their needs and clarify research/evaluation questions. Ensure alignment of priorities with the institution's, cluster’s, and ministry's vision, mission, and goals.
• Research and Evaluation Design: Contribute to the development of robust and rigorous research and evaluation methodologies for complex and specialized Health Services Research (HSR) studies.
• Data Collection and Analysis: Plan, oversee, and manage data collection efforts for health program evaluations and HSR studies. Analyze results, generate actionable insights, and communicate findings, highlighting strengths, areas for improvement, and recommendations to inform future health programs and services.
• Knowledge Dissemination: Promote interest in and disseminate valuable knowledge related to public health, health program evaluation, and outcomes research. Share findings with the broader healthcare community both nationally and internationally.
• Stakeholder Relationship Management: Expand and strengthen the stakeholder base for health program evaluations. Foster and maintain partnerships with existing collaborators to support ongoing research and evaluation efforts.

Requirements:

• Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Public Health, or a related field.
  For Senior level: Minimum of a Master's or PhD in Public Health, Data Science, Statistics, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency in SPSS, STATA, or other statistical analysis software.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and summarize complex data accurately.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
  

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EA License No: 10C4754

EA Personnel: Avena Esther

EA Personnel Reg No: R24120999