Research Associate in Optometry and Vision Science (0.3 FTE) at Ulster University

Campus: Coleraine
Salary: £30,636 pro rata per annum
Duration: Fixed-term until 26 January 2024 / Part-time 0.3 FTE
Closing Date: 14 May 2023
Reference Number: 019822

– ABOUT US –

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

– THE ROLE –

The post holder will work with and support the Principal Investigator and co-investigators to deliver the outcomes described in the project: ‘Can primary care Optometry reduce the impact of allergic eye disease in children?’. The study aims to investigate the current management of children with allergic eye disease by Optometrists in practice.

We intend to create a 12-month waiting list for same or similar roles within the University.

– ABOUT YOU –

The postholder will be required to hold:

– 1st or 2.1 Honours BSc in Optometry or equivalent.

– Registration with General Optical Council.

– BENEFITS –

– Competitive salary.

– Generous annual leave entitlement promoting a healthy work/life balance – plus, an additional 15 days per year when the university is closed.

– Enrolment in USS pension scheme – employer contribution of 21.6%, employee contribution of 9.8%.

– An environment that supports flexible working and allows you to balance both work and home life.

– An open and inclusive environment that celebrates and welcomes diversity.

– Onsite and discounted sports/gym facilities (3 months free gym membership at either the Belfast, Jordanstown, Coleraine, or Magee Campus).

– Cycle to Work Scheme.

– Exposure to the very latest in cutting edge technologies including Dell, Aruba, Checkpoint, and Avaya, feeding your passion for IT.

– Autonomy in your role to make impactful decisions and changes to company processes.

Athena Swan Statement

The School of Biomedical Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

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The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.