Wellbeing and Nutrition Consultant - KTP Associate

Full-time (37.5 hpw); Fixed Term for 36 months 

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-UK candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that by reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship will not be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website. 

This position forms part of the Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) funded by Innovate UK. It is a 36-month fixed-term contract based primarily at Nirvana Spa, Mole Road, Sindlesham, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 5DJ. As some work will be based in the School of Psychology, the post holder will be required to visit the University of Reading on average 2 days per month. The project provides the opportunity to a post-holder to carry out a key strategic project involving the development of customised packages that integrate spa therapies, nutritional guidance, and educational programs, all grounded in scientific research.

The associate will work closely with the academic team and the wider Nirvana Spa teams to manage the project. Key objectives include designing wellness packages that promote mental and physical health, conducting studies to assess their effectiveness, and incorporating knowledge of behavioural change and nutritional science into the business. Additionally, the associate will become a key subject matter expert in integrating health psychology and food science into a spa setting, developing programs that can be used as tools to enhance wellness. They will provide valuable guidance and insights to inform business practices.

The post-holder will be employed by the University of Reading and working within the Marketing team at Nirvana Spa supported by the academic team at the University of Reading.

You will have

A good Masters degree or higher, or equivalent work experience.

Essential skills we require as a minimum

• Research skills to synthesise complex information into robust experimental design and business recommendations
• Clear understanding on designing wellness packages using behavioural and food science
• Clear understanding in how nutrition and specifically polyphenols can impact wellbeing and
• Competency in Statistical analysis
• Advanced Excel user
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences
• Ability to work individually and in a team

Contact Name – Dr Daniel Lamport

Contact Job Title – Associate Professor

Contact Email address - daniel.lamport@reading.ac.uk

Alternative Contact Name – Dr Katie Barfoot

Alternative Contact Job Title - Lecturer

Alternative Contact Email address - katie.barfoot@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Closing date: midnight Sunday 1^st June

Interviews: 26^th June 2026

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