Research Assistant , Hen Harrier Conservation (2nd position) - Cork

Employer: University College Cork
Location: Cork
Salary: €33,975 - €37,750_
Contract: Temporary, Full-time (days, hours unspecified)
Closing Date: 11th January 2012
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Description:
The School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences at University College Cork is looking to recruit a research assistant to assist with ongoing work on their Hen Harrier research project. Responsibilities will include data analysis, GIS work and report writing. This position is funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine as part of a project on Hen Harrier habitat requirements.

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The candidate will be expected to work equally well on their own and as part of a well-established team of researchers. The candidate should be proficient in the use of GIS and data analysis software and have proven experience of scientific writing. Previous experience in ornithological research would also be desirable. Other duties include:

• To work under the direction of the Principal Investigator/Project Leader.
• To provide assistance in conducting research activities, including planning, organizing, conducting, and communicating research studies within the overall scope of a research project.
• To coordinate and perform a variety of independent and team activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and some interpretation of information/results.
• To undertake tasks which may include recording results and preparing technical reports including conclusions and recommendations.  To coordinate the development of forms, questionnaires and the application of qualitative and quantitative research techniques; write procedures manuals for data collection and coding. 
• To present information on research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project. 
• To provide guidance as required to any support staff and/or research students assisting with the research project, as agreed with the Principal Investigator/Grant holder.
• Ideally to contribute to the publication of findings.
• To confer with the Principal Investigator in developing plans for research projects and to discuss the interpretation of results and the preparation of manuscripts for publication. 
• To perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements:

• A graduate qualification in a field of discipline relevant to the area of investigation i.e. BSc or MSc. 
• Some research experience is desirable.
• Good report writing and presentation skills
• Previous laboratory experience and practices are desired.
• Good analytical skills and computer skills.
• An ability to work independently to a tight schedule.
• Capability of working effectively within a team to achieve results.
• Evidence of excellent organisational and communication skills.
• High levels of initiative are encouraged.

Application:
Please submit a short cover letter and C.V. to Sandra Irwin, s.irwin@ucc.ie , 021 4904595, on or before the closing date 11th January 2012.

Source:
UCC website (www.ucc.ie). For more information, please click here.
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