Research Assistant Job at Leeds, England, United Kingdom Full Time NEW

The University of Leeds is one of the top 80 universities in the world. We have a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities. Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe.

This role will contribute to the delivery of behavioural science research within the programme led by Professor Samuel Smith, which focuses on behaviours related to the prevention and management of cancer, including weight management, physical activity, medication adherence and screening participation.

The postholder will support the delivery of an NIHR-funded behavioural clinical trial (ROSETA), including coordinating research activities, conducting interviews, and collating and analysing data in line with established protocols. They will contribute to the preparation of reports, literature reviews, academic publications and funding applications, working both independently and collaboratively as part of a wider research team.

The role requires effective organisation and prioritisation of a varied workload, including managing multiple tasks to meet deadlines while working with a degree of autonomy and seeking guidance where appropriate. The postholder will also engage with a range of stakeholders, contribute to research group activities including presenting outputs, and support the ongoing development of the research programme through generating ideas and maintaining up-to-date knowledge in the field.

There will be opportunities to contribute to the development of new research proposals and, where appropriate, to pursue personal research and funding interests in line with the objectives of the research group.

What We Offer In Return

26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!

Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance

Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.

Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.

Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

Salary Requirements Of The Skilled Worker Visa Route

Please note that due to Home Office visa requirements, this role may only be suitable for first-time Skilled Worker visa applicants if they are eligible for salary concessions. For more information, please visit the Government’s Skilled Worker visa page.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit the Government’s page, Apply for the Global Talent visa.

If you are looking for a role that will advance your career in behavioural science and applied health, apply today.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Samuel Smith, Professor of Behavioural Oncology

Email: [s.smith1@leeds.ac.uk]