Predict Research Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
This Research Assistant position is part of the Brain Imaging workstream of the mTBI-PREDICT clinical trial, a collaboration between the University of Birmingham, Aston University, and University of Nottingham (https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/2022/civilians-and-military-take-part-in-study-to-improve-concussion-prognosis). The expected start date is in April 2023. A 1-year post potentially being progressed to further years dependent of onward funding success.
The role will involve data collection of a range of MRI and MEG measures to assess the impact of mTBI. You will be part of an integrative and multi-disciplinary team of researchers and clinicians working collaboratively to deliver this workstream. As well as working with colleagues across the three partner sites there will be possibilities to contribute to co-authored publications, as well as potential longer-term work, subject to further funding being secured.
Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Caroline Witton c.witton@aston.ac.uk
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.
A satisfactory enhanced DBS is required for this role.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Predict Research Assistant roles across Aston University's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,502 - £33,314 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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