Graduate Research Assistant

Eurobioimaging; Exeter; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Exeter is recruiting a Graduate Research Associate to support the XRAD project led by Dr Tom Arthur. This part-time (0.2 FTE) fixed-term post runs from 1 October 2026 to 30 September 2027.

You will assist with data collection and analysis, run laboratory assessments, and help prepare research outputs for reports, conferences, and public engagement activities. The role requires a first degree in a related field, strong research methods knowledge, and the ability to communicate

Qualifications

• Candidate educated to first degree level in a related field and with knowledge of research methods.
• Ability to independently conduct basic data collection and analysis procedures.
• Experience leading participatory research activities such as co-design meetings/workshops and disseminating results.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyse research data as part of the XRAD project.
• Organise, set up and conduct laboratory assessments.
• Prepare research outputs for reports, conference presentations, websites and public engagement.

Skills

Data collection

Data analysis

Research methods

Co-design workshops

Written and verbal communication

Proposal writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

About The Role

This ESRC funded part-time (0.2 FTE) post is available from 1st October 2026 until 30th September 2027.

This post is offered as a fixed term contract and is funded by ESRC until 30 September 2027.

In line with the University’s fair employment for all principles, any further funding opportunities identified will be reviewed and discussed during the contract.

We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.

Salary will be £33,951 (pro rata) on Grade E subject to knowledge, skills and experience.

The Role

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences wishes to recruit a Graduate Research Associate to support the work of Dr Tom Arthur. The successful applicant will assist with the collection and analysis of research data, as part of the Extended Reality for Autistic Drivers (XRAD) project: https://medicine.exeter.ac.uk/phss/research/vital/autistic-drivers/.

The post will include undertaking a broad range of research activities according to the requirements of the project. This will involve organising, setting up and conducting laboratory assessments, as well as analysing data and preparing research outputs (e.g. content for scientific reports, conference presentations, website resources, and public engagement events).

About You

The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.

Applicants will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study or equivalent experience and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes. Applicants will be able to independently undertake basic data collection and analysis procedures. They will demonstrate capability for leading participatory research activities, such as the running of co-design meetings/workshops, synthesis of co-created data, and dissemination of co-produced study results.

About Us

Transform Your Career and Help Shape a Greener, Healthier, and Fairer Future

Join the University of Exeter, a top 200 Russel Group university (QS & THE World University Rankings 2025), excelling in teaching (triple Gold rating, TEF 2023) and leading groundbreaking research in the beautiful southwest of England.

We are committed to understanding different cultures and perspectives, supporting diverse leadership, and striving for social justice. We encourage applications from all groups underrepresented in our community, including racially minoritised individuals and those with disabilities. Our inclusive, merit based recruitment processes seek to embrace a diverse set of experiences to ensure colleagues feel supported equitably. With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 140 countries, we foster a culture where everyone can thrive.

You can read more about our current accreditations and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here, including our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.

What we can offer you:

• Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines;
• Support teams that understand the University wide teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly;
• An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development;
• Our Exeter Academic initiative supports high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career;
• A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy;
• A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon/Cornwall.