Database Assistant (PeatDataHub)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are you an ambitious Database Assistant looking for your next challenge? Do you want to further your career in one of the UK’s leading research intensive Universities?
The role of the database assistant is to enter, format, upload and provide 1st and 2nd level data quality control of peatland hydrological and other relevant data into PeatDataHub (a web based application for peatland monitoring management).
You will provide first line data management support and user support for the PeatDataHub members and projects including WaterLANDS.
You should have previous experience of data entry, formatting and data quality control using Excel and interest in applications for ecological data management. You will be a highly organized and self-motivated individual with good communication, interpersonal and time management skills. Demonstrable attention to detail is essential.
Prior experience working with large ecological or geographical datasets and some knowledge of peatlands is essential.
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Professor Joseph Holden, Chair of Physical Geography, or Dr Gabriela Lopez-Gonzalez, water@leeds Co-ordinator and PeatDataHub Manager
Email: j.holden@leeds.ac.uk, g.lopez-gonzalez@leeds.ac.uk
Location: Leeds - Main Campus
Faculty/Service: Faculty of Environment
School/Institute: School of Geography
Category: Technical Support
Grade: Grade 5
Salary: £25,285 to £28,929 per annum
Post Type: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed Term (for 12 months)
Release Date: Wednesday 08 March 2023
Closing Date: Tuesday 21 March 2023
Reference: ENVGE1199
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Database Assistant (PeatDataHub) roles across University of Leeds's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,285 - £28,929 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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