Research Assistant-Developer, CUBS/Centre for Resilience & Business Continuity

27 Jan 2025
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University College Cork

Department

HR Research

Research Field

Communication sciences » Business communication

Researcher Profile

Other Profession

Positions

Research Support Positions

Country

Ireland

Application Deadline

31 Jan 2025 - 12:00 (Europe/Dublin)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

2 months, with possibility of an additional 9 months

Specific Purpose, Whole-Time Post

Position Summary

Applications are invited for the role of Research Assistant within CUBS/Centre for Resilience & Business Continuity.

Ireland's Emergency Management System (EMS) is plagued by inefficiencies and a lack of integration at national, regional, and local levels, leading to vulnerabilities in responding to increasingly complex crises. The system's reliance on manual processes, such as email-based data collection and paper-based reports, introduces delays, errors, and an inability to provide real-time updates, hampering effective decision-making. Additionally, an outdated risk management tools fail to account for evolving threats like cyberattacks, and extreme weather, leaving the system unprepared for future challenges. 

The P²REDICT project directly addresses these challenges by developing a digital platform that automates data collection, enabling real-time risk updates and faster decision-making. It integrates digital twins for risk modelling, allowing authorities to simulate crises, rehearse responses, and refine strategies. The platform enhances communication across all government levels, improving coordination and response efficiency. AI-driven analytics will also help anticipate future threats and learn by examining global disaster experiences. By eliminating inefficiencies, enabling proactive planning, and fostering better collaboration, P²REDICT will significantly improve Ireland’s preparedness, reduce response times, and ensure better protection for vulnerable populations during crises.

Project Title: P²REDICT (Predicting & Preparing for Risk of Emergencies using Digital Intervention Capability Twinning)

Post Duration:  2 months, with possibility of an additional 9 months

Salary: €31,962 - €41,943 per annum, IUA Research Assistant Scale

For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/ .   

Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Dr Karen Neville, Director of the Centre for Resilience and Business Continuity (CRBC), CUBS; Email: karenneville@ucc.ie

Where to apply

Website

https://ore.ucc.ie/

Requirements
Skills/Qualifications

Role Description

This title will apply to a person of appropriate qualifications e.g., BSc or an MSc, employed on a contract for the purpose of assisting in the performance of research in the University. A Research Assistant will usually work under the direction of one or more Principal Investigator’s/Senior Researchers within a dedicated laboratory on one or more research projects.

The key duties and responsibilities include:

• To work under the direction of the Principal Investigator/Project Leader.
• To develop a My SQL Database and to apply Java, Javascript, HTML, CSS and Spring MVC skills to a Decision Support System.
• To demonstrate knowledge of AI and Digital Twins.
• To provide assistance in conducting research activities, including planning, organizing, conducting, and communicating research studies within the overall scope of a research project.
• To coordinate and perform a variety of independent and team activities involved in the collection, analysis, documentation and some interpretation of information/results.
• To undertake tasks which may include recording results and preparing technical reports including conclusions and recommendations. To coordinate the development of forms, questionnaires and the application of qualitative and quantitative research techniques; write procedures manuals for data collection and coding.
• To present information on research progress and outcomes to others responsible for the research project.
• To provide guidance as required to any support staff and/or research students assisting with the research project, as agreed with the Principal Investigator/Grant holder.
• Ideally to contribute to the publication of findings.
• To confer with the Principal Investigator in developing plans for research projects and to discuss the interpretation of results and the preparation of manuscripts for publication.
• To perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Health & Safety: In addition to the statutory safety duties of all employees (as prescribed in safety legislation and the relevant local safety statement) each staff member is responsible for:

• Discharging any safety functions delegated to them by their Head of College \ School \ Department \ Centre \ Unit, in relation to the areas/ activities under their control
• Co-operating and assisting the University and the Head of College \ School \ Department \ Centre \ Unit in the discharge of their statutory safety responsibilities
• Ensuring that all work under their control, is undertaken safely and without risk to health and complies with the provision of all relevant statutory legislation

Note:  As the university continues to expand and evolve, it is likely that flexibility in regard to the allocation of specific duties will be necessary.  Accordingly, the list of duties specified above is not intended to be exclusive or restrictive; duties may be added or withdrawn but any such alteration will take place after consultation with the appointee.

 

Specific Requirements

SELECTION CRITERIA

 The successful candidate will be expected to have:

Essential Criteria

• A graduate qualification in a field of discipline relevant to the area of investigation i.e. BSc or MSc.
• Some research experience is desirable.
• Good report writing and presentation skills
• Good analytical skills and computer skills.
• An ability to work independently to a tight schedule.
• Capability of working effectively within a team to achieve results.
• Evidence of excellent organisational and communication skills.
• High levels of initiative are encouraged.
• Previous laboratory experience and practices are desired (if relevant).

 

Please note that Garda vetting and international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.

Candidates are requested to make a personal assessment of these criteria against their own qualifications, skills and abilities to assess whether they should apply for the post

Please note: Candidates who do not demonstrate that they meet the criteria as detailed above will not be short listed.

The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.

 

Languages

ENGLISH

Research Field

Communication sciences » Business communication

Additional Information
Additional comments

Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal (https://ore.ucc.ie/ ). Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie , quoting the job-title and project name.

Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Friday, 31st of January 2025

No late applications will be accepted.

Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.

UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.  As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff.  We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/  and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/  and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University College Cork

Country

Ireland

State/Province

Cork

City

Cork

Geofield

Contact

City

Cork

Website

http://www.ucc.ie/en/

Street

Western Road

E-Mail

karenneville@ucc.ie

STATUS: EXPIRED

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