Research Assistant

at University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom

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Salary

£32,080 a year

Closing date

16 November 2026

Start

Not given in the advert

Type of post

Research

Contract

Part Time, Fixed-Term/Contract

First seen

2 November 2026, on jobs.ac.uk

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The advert

About the role – We invite applications for a Research Assistant to join our team on an EDI Hub+ funded project which aims to address systemic barriers in the way that reasonable adjustments are implemented, specifically for neurodivergent postgraduate researchers. The role will involve planning and conducting research activities, including surveys and focus groups, and liaising with stakeholder groups to co-develop materials and resources. With this project we want to co-create a set of resources that will support students and supervisors to identify appropriate reasonable adjustments, including practical guidance that will improve inclusive practice at Higher Education Institutions. About the team- You will be working in the School of Psychology with Dr Lauren Marsh. You will also collaborate with team members from other departments and universities: Dr Claudia Matz – Doctoral Training Centre, University of Nottingham and Prof Manda Banerji – Astrophysics at the University of Southampton. The project involves co-creation with multiple stakeholder groups, including neurodivergent postgraduate researchers, postgraduate research supervisors, and disability support teams. About you- You should have knowledge or experience of neurodiversity, and analysing qualitative or quantitative research data. Additionally, you should have developing research skills in Psychology or a related discipline, as evidenced by an undergraduate degree, or equivalent experience. Experience with co-design methodologies would be beneficial. What we offer- A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week Generous holiday entitlement of 30 days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year. Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website What next- The post will be offered on a part-time basis (29 hours per week, fixed term contract), with an expected start date of 25 th January 2027 to 17 th December 2027 (approximately 11 months). A later start may be considered, subject to the contract ending no later than 10 January 2028. Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details. Please contact (Ellie Ryder Ellie.Faulkner@nottingham.ac.uk ) if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted. Please note that should you require a Skilled Worker Visa to undertake this role we are able to sponsor the visa (subject to eligibility) but we will not be able to reimburse any visa expenses (application fees, health surcharge etc.). Interview travel expenses will also not be reimbursed. £32,080 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

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