Research Assistant (Psychology/Epidemiology)

We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic part-time Research Assistant to work on a Brit-PACT project on the impact of obesity on outcomes for children and young people with psoriatic arthritis.

The Research Assistant post is open from June 1st 2025 to 31st May 2026. You will be based on Oxford Road, Manchester, alongside a large multi-disciplinary team of researchers and support staff within the Centre for Epidemiology Versus Arthritis (https://www.cfe.manchester.ac.uk). Flexible and hybrid work arrangements are welcome.

The post will involve supporting researchers in the Centre for Epidemiology Versus Arthritis, reviewing literature and taking a leading role in focus groups with children and young people with juvenile arthritis, their families and healthcare professionals. Specifically, you will be involved in understanding how conversations about weight are had in paediatric rheumatology settings, conducting qualitative analyses to understand themes that can be used to improve this communication.

This post is open around existing studies and we welcome students currently undertaking an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in psychology, medicine, sociology or those with a health focus.

You should have A-levels grade ≥A (or equivalent) in psychology, sociology and/or a biological science, experience working with children and young people and experience in literature reviewing. Experience in qualitative research and working with NVivo are desirable. An enhanced DBS certificate will be required.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.

Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Stephanie Shoop-Worral

Email: stephanie.shoop-worrall@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

Technical support: jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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