Research Assistant (Health Psychology)

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Manchester seeks a dedicated individual to support innovative health projects aimed at breast cancer prevention and diabetes management. This role involves engaging with patients and healthcare professionals, conducting qualitative research, and contributing to a multidisciplinary team. The position offers a chance to make a significant impact on health interventions while enjoying a supportive work environment with flexible arrangements.

Benefits

Market-leading pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Generous annual leave entitlement

Additional paid closure over Christmas

Discounts at major retailers

Qualifications

• Support projects on breast cancer prevention and diabetes self-management.
• Conduct and analyze qualitative data from patients and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Obtain PPIE input and secure ethical clearance.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team projects.

Job description

Job Overview

The main purpose of this post is to support several projects related to the prevention and early detection of breast cancer, as well as digital health interventions to support self-management in people with type 2 diabetes. These projects involve working with patients and healthcare professionals in healthcare settings, focusing on implementing innovative interventions and reducing inequalities in access.

The main duties include obtaining PPIE input, securing ethical clearance, and conducting and analyzing qualitative data from patients and healthcare professionals. The successful applicant will contribute to wider programmes in these areas.

Location and Team

The post is based at the Manchester Centre of Health Psychology (http://research.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/healthpsychology) and will be part of a multidisciplinary team, working mainly with Prof David French, as well as other researchers on related projects.

Contract and Future Opportunities

The position is initially available for twelve months, with the possibility of extension.

Benefits

• Market-leading pension scheme
• Employee health and wellbeing services, including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over Christmas
• Discounts at major retailers

Equality and Flexibility

We are committed to an inclusive working environment, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options.

Note: We do not accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies. Any CVs submitted by agencies will be considered a gift.

Contact Information

For enquiries about the vacancy, please contact Prof David French at [e-mail].

For general enquiries, email [e-mail].

Technical support can be accessed at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home.

This vacancy closes at midnight on the deadline date. Please refer to the Further Particulars document for the person specification criteria.