Queen’s University Belfast

About the job: The Research Fellow will work within the Northern Ireland Cerebral Palsy Register (NICPR) and the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The role involves working on high-impact data linkage project linking the NICPR and the Northern Ireland Longitudinal Study (NILS). The role's primary purpose is to conduct advanced quantitative analyses, lead scientific reporting, and participate in the ethical and governance process of collaborative epidemiological research. Working within an active multidisciplinary team, the Research Fellow will be integral to planning, executing, and disseminating key research findings, collaborating with public health agencies, and supporting data quality assurance throughout the project. The post is based in Belfast and is not suitable for remote working: the appointed person will have to conduct analyses of data that will only be available in the premises of administrative offices in Belfast and cannot be transported. About the person: The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following essential criteria: Normally have, or be about to obtain*, a relevant PhD eg epidemiology, social sciences, psychology or allied health. (*must be obtained within 3 months of the date of interview of the post) Significant, relevant research experience in quantitative research and data analyses. Experience of preparation and writing of scientific reports and a publication track record commensurate with stage of academic career Demonstrable experience of successful project management and compliance with relevant governance and quality standards Experience in management and analyses of large quantitative datasets using relevant software (e.g. STATA or R) Demonstrable experience of successful project management and compliance with relevant governance and quality standards To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document on our website.

About the job: This Postdoctoral Research Fellow position will lead the spatial modelling and habitat association components of the MOSAIC (Multi-disciplinary Ocean Sensing for Adaptive International Conservation) project, funded through PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body. Based in the School of Biological Sciences at Queen's University Belfast, the role sits within a dynamic marine ecology and conservation research group working at the interface of quantitative science and policy impact. The successful candidate will design and implement advanced geospatial and statistical workflows to analyse AUV and BRUV datasets collected along the Northern Ireland-Donegal Bay coastline. Using machine-learning and multivariate modelling approaches, they will quantify habitat associations of OSPAR-listed elasmobranchs and generate high-resolution predictive distribution maps. Outputs will directly inform cross-border marine spatial planning and conservation management, including the identification of critical habitats such as flapper skate egg-laying areas. The postholder will work closely with the Principal Investigator, project partners including the Loughs Agency, and interdisciplinary collaborators across ecology, oceanography and marine technology. In addition to producing policy-relevant geospatial products, the Fellow will contribute to peer-reviewed publications, technical reporting, and postgraduate supervision. This is an opportunity to apply cutting-edge quantitative ecology within a high-impact conservation programme, contributing to evidence-based management of vulnerable marine species in a transboundary context. About the person: We are seeking to engage a highly capable Postdoctoral Research Fellow with strong quantitative, geospatial, and analytical expertise to lead the spatial modelling activities of the MOSAIC Project. The ideal candidate will be an organised, independent, and collaborative researcher who can integrate advanced ecological understanding with rigorous data analysis. Applicants must: Hold a PhD (or equivalent) in Marine Science or a related quantitative discipline with a focus on elasmobranchs. Demonstrate experience in marine spatial and multivariate modelling of ecological or environmental datasets and proficiency in coding environments such as R / Python / Matlab; track record of peer reviewed publications. Have experience analysing AUV, BRUV or other marine video datasets; Demonstrate advanced GIS capability (ArcGIS Pro or QGIS) is essential, as is confidence in applying machine-learning approaches such as GAMs, Random Forest, or boosted regression models. Have understanding of benthic habitat mapping and spatial data standards (EMODnet, INSPIRE) Familiarity with OSPAR species ecology or JNCC/EUNIS habitat classification systems. Strong communication skills are required, including the ability to present spatial analyses effectively through maps, reports, and publications to scientific, stakeholder, and policy audiences. The successful candidate will be able to work productively within a cross-border, multi-institutional team, engaging closely with the Loughs Agency, project partners, and postgraduate researchers. We are looking for someone analytical, self-motivated, and able to manage complex datasets while meeting project timelines. A willingness to travel to coastal field sites and partner meetings across Northern Ireland and Donegal Bay is essential. This role suits a researcher committed to producing high-impact geospatial science that supports marine conservation and policy development. Willingness to travel to coastal field sites and partner meetings is required. To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information document on our website.

The post holder will work as a key member of the Northern Ireland Clinical Research Facility (NICRF) team to support, coordinate and deliver high-quality clinical research, with a focus on Ophthalmology and Vision Science studies. The role involves coordinating and contributing to a portfolio of clinical trials and research studies on a day-to-day basis, working both independently and under appropriate supervision as required. The post holder will undertake agreed responsibilities within study delivery, which may include participant screening and recruitment, informed consent, clinical assessments, patient care, study management and follow-up, in accordance with study protocols and local and national regulatory, research and professional guidelines, policies and standard operating procedures. Through this role, the post holder will support the growth of the NICRF clinical trial portfolio and contribute to excellence in clinical trial delivery. The post will initially be based within the Northern Ireland Clinical Research Facility (NICRF) and will relocate to the iREACH Health building at Belfast City Hospital on its opening. About the person: The successful applicant must demonstrate the following essential criteria: Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject area e.g. Optometry. Registered Optometrist (GOC Registered and appropriate professional indemnity cover). Or eligibility to be registered to fulfil the requirements of the post. Relevant experience in Optometry, post registration. Sufficient breadth or depth of specialist knowledge in the discipline of research methods and techniques to work within own area. Experience taking retinal images using either fundus photography or Optical Coherence Tomography. Relevant computing skills including Microsoft Office. To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information on our website. What we offer: Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more on our website. Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit our website. If you are an international applicant and don't already hold a visa that permits you to take up the role you are applying for, please use the information provided on our website to self-assess whether the University is likely to be able to support a visa application.