Research Assistant (Research Project Coordinator)

The post will involve close collaboration with a wide range of NHS and community stakeholders in order to arrange opportunities for, and undertake, recruitment of participants and promote awareness of the study, Excellent communication and organisational skills are important and the successful applicant will be enthusiastic and hard-working with experience of clinical research studies in an academic or NHS environment (previous experience of clinical research studies involving South Asian communities would be advantageous). Key duties will include developing and implementing recruitment strategies to identify and enrol eligible participants, recruitment and sample processing, compliance with regulatory requirements, budget management etc.

You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent), have knowledge of NHS and/or University research, a track record of clinical research experience with successful delivery of outputs/targets. Fluency in one or more South Asian languages would be advantageous. 

Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter http://www.ecu.ac.uk/equality-charter-marks/athena-swan/, recognised by a bronze award. We pride ourselves on our vibrant, friendly, supportive working environment and collaborative atmosphere.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy.

What we offer:

1. Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
2. Excellent training and development opportunities.
3. A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
4. Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
5. Great family-friendly policies.
6. On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
7. Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. 

See here for information about Skilled Worker eligibility criteria: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual’s lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions. 

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 17 November 2025

Interview Date: Tuesday 09 December 2025

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