Kitchen Assistant, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (ROW126S)
The Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen, is world-leading in nutrition research focussing on some of the key global challenges with regards to healthy and sustainable diets, food safety, and the Scottish food supply chain. The research contributes not only to new scientific knowledge, but also to new understanding to underpin Government policies and to inform innovation for industry leading to increased economic growth. Our main source of funding is from the Scottish Government funded Strategic Research Programme (SRP) which we deliver along with five other globally renowned institutes as part of Scottish Environment, Food and Agriculture Research Institutions (SEFARI).
Job Description
The Rowett building includes a modern Human Study Intervention Unit (HISU). The HISU provides facilities to study the relationship between diet and health in humans and has a dedicated team of dieticians, clinical staff and research and nutrition assistants.
We are seeking a proactive and highly motivated Kitchen Assistant to join our team. You will be working in our state-of-the art kitchen, responsible for preparing meals for dietary intervention studies carried out at the Rowett according to research protocols. Other responsibilities includes ordering food items and packaging meals.
The post involves preparing diet according to strict research protocols. You will also be required to order food items and collect them, as well as to contribute to knowledge exchange events.
The HNU kitchen has a busy and dynamic role in the Rowett Institute, it is where all the human research studies are run and here you get an opportunity to work with scientists, nutritionists and dietitians. This exciting role offers you the opportunity to be involved in current research and to understand the role of a nutritionist in research. You will also get to interact with our volunteers and see the research from both perspectives.
The appointment is for 6 months initially. Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 1 scale, 90% of £22,776 per annum, pro rata (£12 per hour).
Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Frank Thies (f.thies@abdn.ac.uk).
In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: ROW126S
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12 August 2024
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.