School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences
Full-time/Part-time (1.0 FTE 37 hours/0.8 FTE 29.6 hours per week); Fixed-term to 31/08/2028
We’re looking for a motivated researcher to contribute to an exciting body of research exploring weight management in healthcare settings. Working alongside Dr Claire Madigan and the CLIMB research team you will conduct a feasibility trial of weight management before surgery. There will also be opportunities to contribute/lead systematic reviews and conduct qualitative studies. As a group we are keen to develop researchers and will help you work towards your next career steps. We have experience of obtaining NIHR fellowships and funding.
We are looking for someone who has experience of weight management research, is organized and completes things quickly and accurately. You should have good interpersonal skills to develop and manage relationships.
This full-time/part-time post is offered on a fixed-term contract until 31/08/2028.
Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible. This has been identified as a role that could work dynamically and, if successful, your line manager will discuss these informal arrangements with you. Please note that there is a general expectation that the successful candidate will spend the majority of time working on the Loughborough campus.
At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:
* Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme
* Where you work – access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
* Financial wellbeing – competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities
* Support for you and your family – on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options, and a range of family‑friendly policies
* Health and wellbeing – discounted gym memberships and access to world‑class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support
* Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle‑to‑work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting
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