Research Associate (A.K.) (London)

Responsibilities

The Research Associate will apply their expertise and knowledge to research projects, carry out or oversee original and independent research under the general direction of a principal investigator. The incumbent may play a lead role in training staff, graduate students, undergraduate students, and/or post‑doctoral fellows and in resolving issues that arise in the research environment. They will develop research and project plans, design, build and run experiments, evaluate and interpret experimental results, develop models or correlations, and prepare reports and other written material for presentations and/or submissions to various stakeholders. The incumbent will correspond with co‑investigators and assist with report and manuscript writing.Qualifications

Education:

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline; PhD in a relevant discipline preferred. Experience:

3 years’ working experience in a related academic research environment. Skills, Abilities&Expertise: Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant scientific/research principles Ability to collaborate across internal and external boundaries to meet common objectives, improve outcomes and support work beyond one's own unit Communication skills to describe technical concepts effectively to both novice and sophisticated users, and to complete detailed analytics and reportsAdvanced skills in software and applications used to produce and analyze research outcomes Ability to provide solutions and ideas for improvement by using imaginative approaches where constructive thinking and innovation are required Detail‑oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracyFamiliarity with University research policies and practices Ability to adhere to legislated safety requirements and Western safety policies Commitment to ongoing professional development with a desire to take on new challenges Ability to multi‑task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environmentAbility to work in a fluid and evolving work environment with changing deadlines and priorities Ability to work independently and maintain direction and focus through proactive planning and organized approaches to work Proven ability and natural inclination to develop relationships by interacting with people in a professional, respectful and diplomatic mannerAbility to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals Demonstrated ability to research/investigate issues and resolve problems Benefits and Working Conditions:

This position is fully in‑person, on‑site. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources.

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