Support cohort studies by performing manual data entry, data cleaning, and basic analyses; contribute to internal reports and slide decks; test surveys; and assist with study maintenance and reporting tasks.
We are looking for a Research Assistant to join Dogs Trust.
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Research Assistant to support the Cohort Studies Team. The team runs two large longitudinal studies: Generation Pup and the Post-Adoption Welfare study.
Early applications are encouraged as if we receive enough suitable applications we may close the role early.
We are seeking a highly organised and motivated Research Assistant to support the Cohort Studies Team. The team runs two large longitudinal studies: Generation Pup and the Post-Adoption Welfare study.
Early applications are encouraged as if we receive enough suitable applications we may close the role early.
What does this role do?
As Research Assistant, you’ll:
- Complete manual data entry tasks.
- Perform data cleaning and basic analyses.
- Contribute to a variety of outputs such as internal reports and slide decks.
- Test surveys in development.
- Contribute to other study maintenance and reporting tasks.
Please refer to the job description to see the full list of responsibilities.
Could this be you?
The Research Assistant post is well suited to someone with a strong science background and an interest in dog welfare and behaviour. You will have a good understanding and experience of relevant research methods. You will also have knowledge related to quantitative data analysis, ideally including use of R (or equivalent). You will have experience of working collaboratively to conduct research within project timelines. You’ll have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. You will have excellent communication skills and experience dealing with study participants or stakeholders. You’ll have strong IT skills and a good understanding of relevant ethical issues.
This role is a fixed-term contract until August 2027. The role is hybrid, with travel to the London office required once every fortnight.
Interviews for this role are scheduled for August 17th and 18th online via teams.
About
We love dogs. That’s why we do whatever we can to make sure every four-legged friend gets the love they deserve. We’ll never put a healthy dog down, so our work is focused on helping dogs in need, supporting owners every step of the walk, and creating a better world for dogs in the future. It’s what we’ve been doing since 1891 and how we’ve grown to become the UK’s leading dog charity, helping 12,000 loyal friends find their forever homes every year.
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