Research Engagement Coordinator - Patient Involvement

MOTOR NEURONE DISEASE ASSOCIATION; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work option

28 days holiday (33 after 5 years)

UK healthcare access

24/7 GP access

Life assurance

Counselling helplines

Salary sacrifice: Cycle to Work

Benefit Hub discounts

Enhanced pension scheme

Training & personal development

Hybrid working

Job summary

Motor Neurone Disease Association in Northamptonshire seeks a Research Engagement and Involvement Co-ordinator to support public and patient involvement across the research programme. You will help coordinate initiatives such as the Community Research Advisory Network and EnCouRage, ensuring people affected by MND can contribute meaningfully and inclusively.

Hybrid working with 1 day per week in the Northampton office, plus duties that include coordinating events, providing admin support and

Qualifications

• Graduate calibre or equivalent experience, ideally in biological sciences, public engagement or communications.
• Experience supporting public engagement or involvement activities.
• Experience working with diverse communities or in people-focused roles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confidence using a range of digital tools, systems and online platforms.
• Knowledge of public and patient involvement and engagement practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate webinars, workshops, events, podcasts and other engagement activities that connect researchers and the MND community.
• Support the delivery of public and patient involvement and engagement activities across the research programme.
• Help coordinate research participation opportunities through the Take Part in Research webpage.
• Provide administrative support for meetings, communications and documentation.
• Co-produce engagement resources with people affected by MND.
• Support focus groups, surveys and other activities that gather community perspectives.
• Work with colleagues across teams to promote consistent and accessible communications.
• Maintain accurate records, evaluation data and reports, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements.

Job description

Motor Neurone Disease Association in Northamptonshire seeks a Research Engagement and Involvement Co-ordinator to support public and patient involvement across the research programme. You will help coordinate initiatives such as the Community Research Advisory Network and EnCouRage, ensuring people affected by MND can contribute meaningfully and inclusively.

Hybrid working with 1 day per week in the Northampton office, plus duties that include coordinating events, providing admin support and