Research Assistant (111561-0526)

About The Role

Background Checks

This role will require a Standard DBS Check.

Informal Queries

For informal queries about the role, please contact Dr Brianne Wenning (Research Fellow) at Brianne.Wenning@warwick.ac.uk

This is an exciting opportunity for an early career researcher with experience in a social science, behavioural science or health-related discipline to work on a research study assessing the feasibility and effectiveness of using blood biomarker tests in the NHS to diagnose individuals with Alzheimer’s. You will work as a member of the multidisciplinary and cross-institutional ADAPT team, led by colleagues at UCL. The role is primarily based at Gibbet Hill (Warwick Medical School) on the University of Warwick campus, where most of the work will be carried out. While some flexibility may be available, this is not a remote position. This role will involve some travel to London to attend key meetings.

About You

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in the social, behavioural or health sciences. You will have relevant training and experience in qualitative research, particularly around conducting and analysing interviews and focus groups. You will have excellent communication skills, an ability to work independently and have an organised approach to the management of your work. You will be a member of the ADAPT team, playing a key role in conducting research around the experiences of those involved in the trial as either participants or health care professionals. For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About The Department

WMS Warwick Medical School has an excellent reputation for high-quality education programmes and for the excellence and global impact of our research. The breadth of our interest and expertise is demonstrated through our dynamic and influential directorates: Warwick Applied Health (WAH), Warwick Clinical Trials Unit (WCTU), and Warwick Biomedical Sciences (BMS). Our Institute of Translational Medicine (ITM) works across the directorates, University and with external stakeholders to accelerate the delivery of practical human health benefits arising from research. WMS offers academic education across several levels and is the UK leader for graduate entry medicine. Our portfolio of postgraduate programmes aims to provide excellent education and continued professional development for healthcare professionals across a number of areas, including advanced clinical and critical care practice, diabetes, leadership, medical education, interdisciplinary biomedical research, public health and health research. We have expanded our education portfolio to include two innovative undergraduate courses: MSci Integrated Natural Sciences and BSc Health and Medical Sciences. We also offer full and part time research degrees either at Warwick Medical School or in a clinical setting, encompassing PhDs, MD Doctor of Medicine, PhD by Published Work, and MSc by Research. We foster a rich and inclusive education and research eco-system, underpinned by our core values which permeate everything we do: Integrity, Collaboration, Respect, Excellence, Innovation and Efficiency, and Courage. The Medical School and University exist within a local, regional, national and international health and care diaspora with excellent inter-institutional links, partnerships and relationships. The connections stretch across academia, industry and the NHS, with a particular strength in our local health eco-system with our local NHS trusts. The strong and effective relationships that we have established over the past 25 years support our excellent teaching, research, innovation and broader educational and academic activities and enable new and existing activities to be undertaken to the highest of standards.

About The University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK. Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/. World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026 Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Thursday 4th June May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please: Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment). Outline the reasons for your interest in this position. Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).

Interview Date: 16th June 2026

Start Date: To be confirmed

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline -- you will not be able to submit an application form even if you opened it before the stated deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered. You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave). Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.

What we Offer

We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including An attractive pension scheme. 26 days holiday plus University Christmas closure. Generous parental/adoption leave policy. Onsite childcare facilities. Excellent learning and development opportunities. We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. Find out more about our flexible working arrangements. We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick

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