Research Assistant
Institute of Health and Social Care
Applied Health Research and Wellbeing
Salary: £35,116 to £38,249 per annum pro rata. 0.5 FTE - working pattern to be agreed. Fixed term for four years Post Type: Part Time Contract Type: Fixed Term Closing Date: Thursday 12 February 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: HR0194557
This job is only available to University of Bradford staff. It may be released externally should we not appoint internally.
University of Bradford
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Faculty
In the Institute of Health and Social Care, we strive to develop new models of health and social care delivery, health promotion and technology-enabled treatment models. Our strong track record in health research is demonstrated through successful partnerships with healthcare organisations and industries. We are also a major provider of expert practitioners to the UK and global healthcare sector.
What you will be doing:
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a large team carrying out a randomised controlled trial into the deimplementation of thickened liquids for people with swallowing difficulties. The role will include:
1. Contributing to the development of data collection materials (such as interview schedules and outcome measures) and applications for ethical approval.
2. Playing a key part in the development of a deimplementation protocol for the trial, including running consultation workshops and developing training materials.
3. Playing a key part in the process evaluation element of the trial, including organising and running focus groups and carrying out individual interviews.
4. Being actively involved in recruiting study sites alongside the Clinical Trials Unit and supporting sites during the trial.
5. Supporting participants with the completion of outcome measures, including participants with a variety of health conditions and communication impairment.
Qualifications/ experience:
Essential for the role are:
6. A good first degree e.g. 2:1 or higher in a relevant field, e.g. Allied Health Profession, Psychology, Health or Social Sciences.
7. Experience of conducting research projects.
8. Experience of interviewing research participants.
9. Ability to establish good working relationships with study participants and colleagues.
10. Ability to organise own workload and deliver to deadlines.
11. Able to communicate well at a range of levels and convey information to academic and non-academic audiences.
Celebrating Diversity – The University of Bradford
At the University of Bradford, we recognise and embrace people that work in diverse ways so if you need any adjustments to our recruitment process, please speak to the recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
In Return we Offer:
12. 25 days holiday and 13 statutory and customary days (taken at Easter and Christmas).
13. Family-friendly policies
14. Great campus facilities including:
15. Unique fitness centre
16. Eye clinic
17. Physiotherapy & sports rehabilitation,
18. Counselling & mental health services
19. On site nursery
20. Food & drink outlets
21. Generous employer contribution pension schemes -
22. Generous benefit schemes, including car leasing, cycle to work, holiday purchase, home & technology scheme and shopping discounts
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Additional Information:
Please include an up-to-date anonymised CV with your application.