Research Associate - ADAPT trial and patient engagement lead

University of East Anglia; Norwich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is seeking a part-time Research Associate to support studies aimed at helping individuals with rheumatological diseases. The role involves data analysis, contributions to the research program, and effective communication of research outcomes. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a graduate qualification and strong interpersonal skills to make a significant impact.

Benefits

44 days annual leave

Inclusive workplace

Commitment to diversity

Qualifications

• Proactive and results-driven in a high-paced environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Advanced skills related to the research area are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies on interventions for individuals with rheumatological diseases.
• Analyse and interpret data, write up results.
• Present progress and outcomes of research.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Graduate level qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Research Associate - ADAPT Trial and Patient Engagement Lead

University of East Anglia, Norwich, Norfolk

Salary: £31,236 per annum (pro rata), with an annual increment up to £37,694 per annum (pro rata)

Contract: Part time, 0.2 FTE (1 day a week), fixed term 14 months, available flexibly around your availability.

Faculty of Medicine and Health – Norwich Medical School

Ref: RA2366

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Associate to join the Norwich Medical School to conduct studies on interventions to help people with rheumatological diseases adapt to living with their disease(s).

As a Research Associate you will contribute to the research programme, analyse and interpret data, write up results and present information on research progress and outcomes.

Responsibilities and qualifications:

• You will have a graduate level qualification or equivalent experience and be able to work in a proactive and results‑driven manner in a high‑paced environment.
• You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to analyse and interpret data, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Advanced skills directly relating to this research area and previous research experience would be advantageous.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We particularly welcome applicants with the protected characteristic of a disability, especially those with lived experience of autoimmune rheumatic disease for this post, as such insight and understanding are highly relevant to the work within the Long‑Term Conditions Research Group. Appointment will be made on merit and all applicants will be scored against the same criteria.

Further information on our benefits package, including 44 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays and additional University Customary days (pro rata for part‑time), can be found on our benefits page.

Closing date: 17 November 2025

The University holds an Athena Swan Silver Institutional Award in recognition of our advancement towards gender equality.