Vacancy Research Assistant Delphi study

Job description

In the past years, many studies have investigated which factors influenced public adherence to COVID-19 prevention measures. However, evidence on the role of psychosocial and contextual characteristics remains fragmented. In this project, you will contribute to conducting an expert consensus study to create an updated theoretical model for behavioural public health interventions.

The research will be conducted under supervision of Dr. Sanne Verra (post-doctoral researcher) and Marijn de Bruin (professor of behavioural sciences); both working at IQ Health, Radboudumc. This project is part of a the Be-Prepared (Behavioural Science for Pandemic Preparedness) consortium. Be-Prepared aims to provide in-depth analyses of mixed-method behavioural science data collected throughout the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic and inform preparedness strategies for future outbreaks. 

In this project you will work with a post-doctoral researcher on an exciting international project, we will conduct an international Delphi study. We will ask behavioral scientists, public health experts and communication professionals to share their expertise during three meetings: two online and one in-person meeting.

The aim of the project is to develop a robust theoretical framework for understanding and supporting prevention behaviors during major infectious disease outbreaks (such as the COVID-19 pandemic). You will support the post-doctoral researcher in collating relevant literature, organizing the (online) meetings, communicating with international professionals, and analyzing data. This is an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with research with both a strong theoretical basis and high societal relevance.

We offer a position for a period of 9 months.

Place of work

You will be working in the department of IQ Health. A department that is very active in teaching, research and consultation/service delivery. IQ Health originated from the former departments of Health Evidence and IQ healthcare.
 
IQ Health is a state-of-the-art research and teaching centre, where methods of research are themselves the subject of study and development. Through education and consultation (services), we help Radboudumc as well as external organisations in applying the right methods of research.
 
Preventing illness, improving care! In this way we contribute to the mission of the Radboudumc; To have a significant impact on health and healthcare.
 
The IQ Health department employs about 200 colleagues. The heart of the IQ Health department consists of six Research & Education  (R&E) groups. These groups work together internally and externally (nationally and internationally) on topical themes and are connected to the two core tasks of education and research. In addition, the groups provide external consultation. See also our Flyer Supervision of doctoral students and 10 Prerequisite for the supervision of a PhD program within IQ Health to find out how our PhD program is outlined. The aim is to deploy PhD candidates in education for 10%.

Radboudumc
Radboud university medical center is a university medical center for patient care, scientific research, and education in Nijmegen. Radboud university medical center strives to be at the forefront of shaping the healthcare of the future. We do this in a person-centered and innovative way, and in close collaboration with our network. We want to have a significant impact on health and healthcare. We want to improve with each passing day, continuously working towards better healthcare, research, and education. And gaining a better understanding of how diseases arise and how we can prevent, treat, and cure them, day in and day out. This way, every patient always receives the best healthcare, now and in the future. Because that is why we do what we do.

Profile

We are looking for an enthusiastic research assistant to join our team. You are a team player and you have strong interpersonal skills for building contact with colleagues and stakeholders. Furthermore, you are well-organized and productive. Your English is excellent for both speaking and writing.

You also meet the requirements below:

• You hold a Bsc (student assistant role) or MSc (junior researcher role) in behavioral science, public health, biomedical sciences or medicine.
• You have demonstrable experience with synthesizing literature, developing online surveys, and/or conducting descriptive data analyses.
• You have demonstrable experience in organizing projects or professional (online) meetings.
• Familiarity with behavior change theories and qualitative research is desirable.

Employment conditions

At Radboud university medical center, you build on your future. We are committed to providing the best care, education, and research. And we are true to our word, because we help you develop and seize opportunities and give you the room to grow. As an employer, we believe that employees should feel vital and happy at work in all stages of life. We are also committed to creating a healthy and safe working environment. Our employment conditions contribute to that. What we offer:

• A gross monthly salary between € 3.020 and € 4.041 (scale 7) for full-time employment (36 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance, an 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and, depending on the position, an allowance of 47% to 72% for working irregular hours.
• 176 vacation hours per year based on a 36-hour working week. 

And there is more..

• An Employment Conditions Selection Model, allowing you to use part of your employment conditions to your choosing. For example, you can use your gross salary to purchase additional vacation hours or hours for providing informal caregiving. Or, for example, you can use your gross end-of-year bonus to purchase a bicycle, so you pay less tax.
• Plenty of opportunities for personal development. You can take a variety of courses in our online learning environment. 
• Your well-being and vitality are a priority. For example:
  • Save time for work-life balance leave. 
  • You can enjoy unlimited access to a variety of activities five days a month and take advantage of all the facilities at Radboud Sport & Culture for only €27.05 per month (instead of €41)
  • Healthy Professionals program to help you manage your energy. 
  • Company Support Team and a personal coach if you are going through a life-changing event.
  • Financially beneficial working less through a Generation Scheme as you approach state pension age.
• Support in achieving a good work-life balance at every stage of your life. Examples:
  • Advice and courses on, for example, 'Millennial dilemmas' and 'Your Career After 57'.
  • Activities at our own mindfulness center.
  • Informal caregiving consultations if you have questions about juggling work and caregiving responsibilities at home.
• In addition to statutory pregnancy and maternity leave, Radboud university medical center offers 26 weeks of parental leave, nine of which are paid. In addition, as a partner you can take a maximum of five weeks of supplementary partner leave. During supplementary partner leave and parental leave, we supplement the UWV benefit up to 100% of your salary.
• Pension accrual at the ABP Pension Fund. Radboud university medical center pays 70% of the pension premium. 
• Discounts on supplementary packages of two group health insurances and ten other types of insurance, from home insurance to legal assistance.
• An allowance for your commuting costs of € 0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km one way. If you use public transport to commute, we will fully reimburse the public transport costs (2nd class). If you regularly work from home, you will receive a working from home allowance of € 2.40 per day.

Application procedure

Are you ready to think further for our patients and our care? We would like to receive your application before 21 August 2025. We will then contact you shortly. The job interviews takes place in the first week of September. We would appreciate it if you would take this into account.

Good to know

• This position requires a Certificate of Conduct (VOG).
• You can find more information about our application procedure and frequently asked questions on our website.
• Will you be our new colleague? Then you will be given the time and space to get to know your role, your workplace, and your colleagues. An induction day for all new colleagues is an integral part of your onboarding program. 

We are recruiting for this position ourselves. Unsolicited marketing is not appreciated, but do feel free to share the vacancy in your network!

Contact

Any questions? Or wondering what it is like to work at Radboudumc? Then email to prof. dr. Marijn de Bruin, full professor. Use the Apply button to submit your application.