Research Assistant

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Research Assistant

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Offer DescriptionResponsibilities:

• Contribute to the preparation of quantitative research (surveys) and preliminary processing/analysis of data
• Contribute to conducting qualitative research: recruiting participants, conducting semi-structured interviews, checking the accuracy of interview transcripts and assisting in data analysis (as a “second coder”)
• Contribute to the systematic review of the literature: searching databases and key websites (e.g. WHO), analyzing documents according to established criteria, extracting data from identified documents/articles according to an established protocol, analyzing behavioral and public health interventions
• Assist in organizing meetings and workshops with experts

and stakeholders * Assist in organizing public engagement events and workshops to promote health behaviors and antibiotic stewardship (e.g., as part of the World Antimicrobial Awareness Week)

• Present research plans and results at meetings
• Collaborate in the preparation of reports and articles for publication

Training in above tasks and methodologies will be possible.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Psychological sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsRequirements:

• Master’s degree or completed at least 4 years of studies (e.g., bachelor’s + 1 year of graduate studies) in psychology, social sciences, medical or health sciences or other related field (e.g., with experience relevant to the project)
• Interest in the area of health psychology, health promotion, health behavior change / behavioral science, implementation science, applied research and/or interdisciplinary research
• One year of research experience, particularly knowledge and/or experience related to survey research (questionnaire design and statistical analysis), qualitative research methodology (including interviewing and analysis), literature review methodology (including ability to critically evaluate the quality of research/articles)
• Oral and written communication skills to clearly present research
• Awareness of issues related to research ethics and open science
• Good organization skills and attention to detail
• Motivation to expand skills and take initiative
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Advanced English language skills (B2+)
• Fluency in Polish (C1)

Specific Requirements

• Master’s degree or completed at least 4 years of studies (e.g., bachelor’s + 1 year of graduate studies) in psychology, social sciences, medical or health sciences or other related field (e.g., with experience relevant to the project)
• Interest in the area of health psychology, health promotion, health behavior change / behavioral science, implementation science, applied research and/or interdisciplinary research
• One year of research experience, particularly knowledge and/or experience related to survey research (questionnaire design and statistical analysis), qualitative research methodology (including interviewing and analysis), literature review methodology (including ability to critically evaluate the quality of research/articles)
• Oral and written communication skills to clearly present research
• Awareness of issues related to research ethics and open science
• Good organization skills and attention to detail
• Motivation to expand skills and take initiative
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Advanced English language skills (B2+)
• Fluency in Polish (C1)

Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages POLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefitsWe offer:

• Employment based on a full-time contract for a period of 12 months from January 1, 2025, with the possibility of extension for a total of 4 years
• Possibility of a part-time contract depending on the preference

of the candidate * Monthly salary in the range of 6400 – 8400 PLN gross (with full-time employment)

• Work in a professional and friendly environment, among excellent scientists

Eligibility criteriaInterested candidates should submit the following documents:

• Resume/CV including:

• Professional titles and degrees obtained
• Information on scientific, teaching and organizational achievements (including the candidate’s major research areas and accomplishments)
• List of publications (including publisher/journal, year of publication and page number)
• Cover letter
• A scan of the document confirming the attainment of a master’s degree or a certificate of being a student of the final year of studies (master’s or five-year degree)

Additional commentsAdditional information:Formal criteria:

• Scientific achievements – 20% of the final grade
• Competence to carry out research projects – 70% of the final grade
• Distinctions in the field of ongoing research – 10% of the final grade

Application deadline: 20.10.2024Deadline for adjudication of the competition: 30.10.2024Deadline for starting work: 01.01.2025Selection committee:

• dr Aleksandra Borek – Chair of the Committee
• dr hab. Aleksandra Łuszczyńska, prof. Uniwersytetu SWPS – Member of the Committee
• Ernest Swora – Member of the Committee
• Aleksandra Mysłek – HR Staff Member
• Emilia Kuryło – Committee Secretary

The application should be sent via the recruitment form.The Competition Committee reserves the right to contact only selected candidates.For any additional information please send an email to:Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute SWPS University Country Poland GeofieldContact State/ProvinceWarszawa CityWarszawa WebsiteStreetChodakowska, 19/31 Postal Code03-815 E-Mailpkolanczyk-zwierz@swps.edu.plSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

6400 – 8400 per month

Location

Warszawa, mazowieckie

Job date

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 23:21:26 GMT

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