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How to prevent back pain - patient information

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This factsheet includes a list of simple guidelines to follow to help prevent back pain.
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ACC_postdoc_JD_031122

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Job Description and Person Specification Last updated: November 2022 JOB DESCRIPTION Post title: Senior Research Fellow Academic Unit/Service: Clinical & Experimental Sciences Faculty: Medicine Career Pathway: Education, Research and Enterprise (ERE) Level: 5 *ERE category: Research pathway Posts responsible to: Professor of Respiratory Medicine Posts responsible for: Some supervision of students Post base: Non Office-based (see job hazard analysis) Job purpose The postholder will undertake research and supervision activities delivering the Advanced Cell Culture workflow within the Respiratory and Allergy theme (one of five themes). The post-holder will work across research groups in Southampton with a shared interest in three-dimensional, biomimetic and explant cell culture models of respiratory disease to build a centre of excellence in this area. A central role will be to utilise a cross-disciplinary approach to share technological developments between groups and thereby accelerate progress towards clinical implementation. Key accountabilities/primary responsibilities % Time To collaborate with other BRC themes, which include Microbiology, Immunology and Infection; Nutrition, Lifestyle and Metabolism; Data, Health and Society; and Perioperative and Critical Care and within Faculty of Medicine, primarily within School of Clinical and Experimental Sciences, on experiments around advanced cell culture models to build a centre of excellence in this domain. 20 % Plan and deliver high quality research within a specified area, project managing the research activity, sustaining a personal research plan, and supervising and taking responsibility for the research team. 5 % To keep careful records of experimental information, analyse data, interpret findings and bring new insights. To ensure input from the BRC PPI lead to inform experiments and to engage in PPI activities as appropriate. To promote the EDI culture within the BRC through role modelling and active engagement. 5 % To organise regular seminar series in respiratory medicine and advanced cell culture, both with internal groups and external speakers. Responsibility for working with others to develop own career including opportunities working with SOAR and disseminate career development opportunities. 5 % Carry out administrative tasks associated with specified research funding, for example risk assessment of research activities, gaining and maintaining appropriate local research ethics approval and reporting according to research governance guidelines, organisation of project meetings and documentation. Implementation of procedures required to ensure accurate and timely formal reporting and financial control. 5 % Supervise the work of students and train them in specific methodologies. 5% Any other duties as allocated by the line manager following consultation with the post holder 5% Internal and external relationships Direct responsibility to the advanced cell culture lead within the Respiratory and Allergy theme of the BRC,. Collaboration with diverse research groups both within the faculty of Medicine and other faculties based at the Highfield campus. There may be additional reporting and liaison responsibilities to external funding bodies or sponsors. Collaborators/colleagues including those at the CES and other departments. Special Requirements Extensive experience in primary human cell culture models and knowledge of different research activity in this field. To be involved in interdisciplinary work with engineers developing advanced cell culture modelling approaches. To write reports for the NIHR and contribute to collaborative papers. PERSON SPECIFICATION Criteria Essential Desirable How to be assessed Qualifications, knowledge and experience PhD or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in biomedical laboratory research Extensive experience in primary human cell culture A record of publication and dissemination of research findings in high impact international journals Growing and consistent national reputation in advanced cell culture modelling of disease Track record of published research Experience of working with primary human explant tissue models Expertise in containment level 3 laboratory work Knowledge and experience of statistical analysis Experience in work with 3D cell culture models of infection Experience of bioengineering Interview/CV Planning and organising Proven ability to organise a range of high quality research activities to deadline and quality standards, ensuring plans complement broader research strategy Proven ability to develop innovative research proposals and attract research funding Interview/CV Problem solving and initiative Able to identify broad trends to assess deep-rooted and complex issues Able to apply originality in modifying existing approaches to solve problems Able to bridge disciplines such as imaging and cell culture to advance project Interview/CV Management and teamwork Able to manage, motivate and coordinate research team, delegating effectively. Able to formulate staff development plans, if appropriate Able to undertake coordinating role in School/Department/university Able to monitor and manage resources and budgets Work effectively in a team, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of others to help teamwork development Able to supervise work of PhD students, delegating effectively Interview/CV Communicating and influencing Communicate new and complex information effectively, both verbally and in writing, engaging the interest and enthusiasm of the target audience, including different specialites Able to write up research results for publication in leading peer-viewed journals Track record of presenting research results at group meetings and conferences Able to persuade and influence at all levels in order to foster and maintain relationships Able to resolve tensions/difficulties as they arise Able to provide expert guidance to colleagues in own team, other work areas and institutions to develop understanding and resolve complex problem Strong interpersonal skills with ability to link with different research groups both within Faculty and external to it, building collaborations. Interview/CV Other skills and behaviours Understanding of relevant Health & Safety issues Positive attitude to colleagues and students Interview/CV Special requirements Interview/CV JOB HAZARD ANALYSIS Is this an office-based post? ☐ Yes If this post is an office-based job with routine office hazards (eg: use of VDU), no further information needs to be supplied. Do not complete the section below. ☒ No If this post is not office-based or has some hazards other than routine office (eg: more than use of VDU) please complete the analysis below. Hiring managers are asked to complete this section as accurately as possible to ensure the safety of the post-holder. ## - HR will send a full PEHQ to all applicants for this position. Please note, if full health clearance is required for a role, this will apply to all individuals, including existing members of staff. ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURES Occasionally (<30% of time) Frequently (30-60% of time) Constantly (> 60% of time) Outside work Extremes of temperature (eg: fridge/ furnace) X ## Potential for exposure to body fluids X ## Noise (greater than 80 dba - 8 hrs twa) ## Exposure to hazardous substances (eg: solvents, liquids, dust, fumes, biohazards). Specify below: X Frequent hand washing X Ionising radiation EQUIPMENT/TOOLS/MACHINES USED ## Food handling ## Driving university vehicles(eg: car/van/LGV/PCV) ## Use of latex gloves (prohibited unless specific clinical necessity) ## Vibrating tools (eg: strimmers, hammer drill, lawnmowers) PHYSICAL ABILITIES Load manual handling Repetitive crouching/kneeling/stooping Repetitive pulling/pushing Repetitive lifting Standing for prolonged periods x Repetitive climbing (ie: steps, stools, ladders, stairs) Fine motor grips (eg: pipetting) X Gross motor grips X Repetitive reaching below shoulder height Repetitive reaching at shoulder height Repetitive reaching above shoulder height PSYCHOSOCIAL ISSUES Face to face contact with public Lone working X ## Shift work/night work/on call duties
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