Postdoctoral Researcher
3 weeks ago
Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher - Lung Cancer Screening
Department: General Practice, RCSI
Reporting to: Professor Patrick Redmond
Location: RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Dublin
Contract/Duration: Up to 24 months (aligned with the grant duration)
Remuneration: €42,000 - €51,000 per annum, depending on experience
Closing Date: Sunday 16th of February 2025
RCSI is a community of academic, research, clinical and professional staff working collaboratively to lead the world to better health. Here, you will thrive in an innovative and inclusive atmosphere and your personal development and wellbeing will be supported. We invite you to join us to help deliver on our exciting mission "To educate, nurture and discover for the benefit of human health".
About PRiCAN
PRiCAN (Primary Care Research into Cancer) is a multidisciplinary research team aimed at enhancing early cancer detection, diagnosis, and outcomes in primary care settings. Beyond the immediate project, you will be part of a broader program of research in primary care and cancer, with opportunities to contribute to trials, observational studies, and multidisciplinary initiatives.
About the Project
This position is funded by a grant for the project titled "Tailoring Lung Cancer Screening for Ireland: Using Existing Datasets to Generate Evidence-Based Recommendations for Health Policy." The project is led by Professor Patrick Redmond, and it aims to develop an effective and efficient lung cancer screening strategy tailored to the Irish population.
Opportunities for Career Development
We are committed to supporting the long-term career progression of our team. Candidates will be encouraged and guided to apply for fellowships or other funding opportunities to extend their research, with the potential to secure up to four additional years of funding.
This role offers a unique opportunity to:
- Build your academic publication record through collaborative research targeting high-impact journals.
- Present findings at international conferences, gaining visibility and recognition in the field.
- Contribute to PRiCAN's diverse research portfolio while developing skills in stakeholder engagement, data analysis, and health policy translation.
Summary of Post
The post-holder will contribute to the development of evidence-based recommendations for lung cancer screening in Ireland through the application of mixed methods research. This role involves integrating quantitative and qualitative methodologies to analyse existing datasets, conduct primary research and engage with stakeholders to ensure research findings are applicable and impactful for Irish health policy.
Specifically, the duties of the post are:
- Research: Conduct high-quality, impactful research aligned with the project objectives, employing a mixed methods approach to integrate quantitative and qualitative data.
- Data Analysis: Conduct qualitative research (e.g., interviews, focus groups, thematic analysis) complemented by advanced statistical techniques to generate comprehensive insights for tailoring lung cancer screening strategies.
- Collaboration: Work closely with a multidisciplinary team of researchers, including experts in public health and health policy, to design, implement, and analyse mixed methods research.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with key stakeholders-including policymakers, clinicians, and public and patient involvement (PPI) contributors to ensure research findings are translated into practice.
- Dissemination: Prepare progress reports, contribute to peer-reviewed publications, and present findings at conferences, highlighting the integration of mixed methods insights into policy recommendations.
Qualifications - (Essential):
- A PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Public Health, Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Economics).
- Experience in conducting and publishing research in a related area.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Qualifications - (Desirable):
- Experience in cancer research, particularly lung cancer.
- Some knowledge of the Irish healthcare system is an advantage.
- Experience in working with large datasets and health data management.
We are all too aware that imposter syndrome and the confidence gap can sometimes stop fantastic candidates putting themselves forward, so please do submit an application - we'd love to hear from you.
Application Process
Please apply online through the RCSI careers portal on the closing date with your CV and cover letter.
Informal Enquiries can be directed to . Please note we do not accept CVs directly.
Employee benefits
At RCSI, we help care for our people so they can focus on our mission to educate, nurture, and discover for the benefit of human health. RCSI make sure you have the resources you need to thrive. We offer a wide range of benefits in areas including time away, finance, community, health, and well-being and insuring your financial future.
Note: This job description may be subject to change to reflect the evolving requirements of the Department and RCSI. Similar vacancies that arise in the next 6 months may be filled from the pool of applicants that apply for this position. RCSI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability or race. RCSI is committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) across everything we do.
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