Research Assistant

Nottingham; Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

30 days holiday pro rata + holidays

Staff development and training

Bonuses for excellent work

Benefits package including discounts

Job summary

The University of Nottingham is inviting applications for a Research Assistant to join the EDI Hub+ funded project in the School of Psychology. The role focuses on addressing systemic barriers in reasonable adjustments for neurodivergent postgraduate researchers, including surveys, focus groups, and stakeholder liaison.

We expect knowledge of neurodiversity, experience in analysing research data, and developing research skills in psychology.

Qualifications

• Knowledge or experience of neurodiversity.
• Experience analysing qualitative or quantitative research data.
• Developing research skills in Psychology or a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct research activities, including surveys and focus groups.
• Liaise with stakeholder groups to co-develop materials and resources.
• Contribute to creating practical guidance to improve inclusive practice.

Skills

Neurodiversity awareness

Qualitative analysis

Quantitative analysis

Education

Undergraduate degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Co-design

Job description

Salary
£32,080per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35608 with relevant PhD).

Closing Date
Monday 16 November 2026

Reference
SCI660126

About the role

We invite applications for a Research Assistant to join our team on an EDI Hub+ funded project which aims to address systemic barriers in the way that reasonable adjustments are implemented, specifically for neurodivergent postgraduate researchers. The role will involve planning and conducting research activities, including surveys and focus groups, and liaising with stakeholder groups to co-develop materials and resources. With this project we want to co-create a set of resources that will support students and supervisors to identify appropriate reasonable adjustments, including practical guidance that will improve inclusive practice at Higher Education Institutions.

About the team-

You will be working in the School of Psychology with Dr Lauren Marsh. You will also collaborate with team members from other departments and universities: Dr Claudia Matz – Doctoral Training Centre, University of Nottingham and Prof Manda Banerji – Astrophysics at the University of Southampton. The project involves co-creation with multiple stakeholder groups, including neurodivergent postgraduate researchers, postgraduate research supervisors, and disability support teams.

About you-

You should have knowledge or experience of neurodiversity, and analysing qualitative or quantitative research data. Additionally, you should have developing research skills in Psychology or a related discipline, as evidenced by an undergraduate degree, or equivalent experience. Experience with co-design methodologies would be beneficial.

What we offer-

• A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
• A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
• Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
• Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
• We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
• You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

What next-

The post will be offered on a part-time basis (29 hours per week, fixed term contract), with an expected start date of 25 th January 2027 to 17 th December 2027 (approximately 11 months). A later start may be considered, subject to the contract ending no later than 10 January 2028.

Please contact (Ellie Ryder [e-mail] ) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Please note that should you require a Skilled Worker Visa to undertake this role we are able to sponsor the visa (subject to eligibility) but we will not be able to reimburse any visa expenses (application fees, health surcharge etc.). Interview travel expenses will also not be reimbursed.

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