Research Assistant at University of Leicester

Vacancy terms: Part-time (0.3FTE, 11.25 hrs per week) fixed term until 01 October 2026

Hours per week: 11.25

Advert closes midnight on: 10 Nov 2023

About the role

The School of Psychology and Vision Sciences are looking to appoint a Research Assistant on a part-time basis. In this varied and exciting role, you will assist with investigations in the fields of physical health conditions, ageing and neurological illness, including participant recruitment, performing quantitative (observational or experimental) and qualitative studies, analysis of data, engagement work, and dissemination of research findings.

About you

With an Honours Degree or relevant experience in a medical or psychological related discipline you will have an interest in research into neurological or ageing populations in a psychological context. You will have practical experience and knowledge of applying research skills and techniques and have a sound understanding of receiving consent for research studies. You will be an excellent communicator, an analytical thinker with proven problem-solving skills.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Sarah Gunn at sarah.gunn@leicester.ac.uk.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.