Graduate Research Assistant

University of Exeter; Penryn; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Exeter is hiring a Graduate Research Assistant on a fixed-term, part-time basis (0.3 FTE/10.95 hours) in Cornwall. The role runs from September 21, 2026 to August 31, 2028, with a pro rata salary from £33,951 on Grade E, dependent on knowledge and experience.

The successful candidate will support Dr Mark Hanson with experimental work, laboratory duties, consumables management, and related administrative tasks; the position includes details outlined in the job description.

Qualifications

• Educated to first degree level or equivalent in a related field of study.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge in research methods and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide experimental support to the research programme.
• Offer laboratory support with consumables ordering and management.
• Provide technical and administrative support as required.

Education

First degree

Job description

Graduate Research Assistant

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY

Job Details

Fixed-term contract

Location: Cornwall

0.3 FTE/10.95 hours

This ARIA funded part-time post (0.3 FTE/10.95 hours) is available from September 21st 2026 to August 31st 2028.

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

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

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

About the Role

The Faculty wishes to recruit a Graduate Research Associate to support the work of Dr Mark Hanson. The successful applicant will provide experimental support, laboratory support with consumables ordering and management, and technical and administrative support (ad hoc). The post will include details provided in the uploaded Job Description.

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.

Contact Information

Please contact Mark Hanson, [e-mail]

About Us

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.