Research Assistant in Connect Study

Job SummaryThe University of Manchester is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to contribute to the day-to-day operation of the Empowered Together study. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of Chief Investigators Dr Louise Robinson and Dr Katrina Forsyth to set up the study, conduct telephone interviews with prison staff, and...

Job OverviewThe University of Manchester is seeking a Research Assistant to contribute to the Empowered Together study, a National Institute for Health Research-funded project evaluating the effectiveness of co-ordinated social care in prisons. The post-holder will work under the guidance of Chief Investigators Dr Louise Robinson and Dr Katrina Forsyth,...

The aim of this 2 year, project is to provide evidence for the need and acceptability of routine sensory motor assessments and treatment for autistic adults without Learning Disabilities and to identify and map appropriate intervention pathways. The Research Associate (RA) will join a multidisciplinary team who have experience in autism research,...

To assist with the smooth day-to-day running and completion of the research project by supporting the Chief Investigator and lead qualitative researcher. To assist in the recruitment of staff participants, explain the study in detail, and obtain informed consent to participate. To conduct sensitive semi-structured research interviews with staff as required...

NIHR Research Design Service) and R&I departments of partner organisations To assist with the running of any focus groups or consultation groups with service users and/or other stakeholders to inform research. To assist in servicing meetings, including production of agendas, writing of minutes and reports and taking follow-up action as required. To support...

The post is to work as a research assistant on the NIHR-funded randomised controlled trial of group mindfulness therapy with people with a schizophrenia spectrum diagnosis and experiencing current persecutory delusions. The post holder will be responsible for recruiting eligible participants to the trial, conducting assessments using validated clinical...

Staff who work on inpatient mental health wards experience violence, verbal abuse and see patients harming themselves. They also hear about child abuse that patients have experienced in the past. Together, these experiences are known as ‘workplace trauma.’ The Workplace Trauma project is an NIHR programme development grant exploring the effect of...

Applications are invited for a NIHR Manchester Musculoskeletal BRC Study Coordinator post. Appointment will start immediately for 12 months in the first instance. During this time, successful applicant will coordinate research studies within the BRC, under the supervision of a project manager. Rheumatic Musculoskeletal Diseases (RMDs) such as rheumatoid...

Applications are invited for a Study Coordinator to join the IMID (Immune Mediated Inflammatory Diseases) BioResource. This post provides an exciting opportunity to be involved in the co-ordination for the IMID BioResource. The study involves creating a recallable national resource of patients who will volunteer to be recalled for research based on their...

Applications are invited for a Research Assistant position to join this exciting collaborative project between Rachel Lennon at the University of Manchester, UK and David Sherwood at Duke University, USA, who were recently awarded an 8-year Wellcome Discovery Award. The role will be based in Rachel Lennon’s lab and will join a diverse team of over 10...

**About the project**: The post-holder will work on an NIHR-funded project investigating the feasibility of cough control therapy for people with Interstitial Lung Disease associated chronic cough. Cough control therapy has been shown to be effective at improving cough and its associated impacts on quality of life for people with refractory chronic cough,...

MAC Clinical Research is seeking a highly motivated Clinical Research Physician to join our dedicated team at our Late Phases Unit in Manchester. This role would be ideal for candidates interested in exploring an alternative to NHS or private sector clinical practice, in a sector that offers significant advantages in work-life balance.Key...

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Research and Innovation, Christie Patient Centred Research (CPCR) at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. Applications are invited for a Research Administrative Assistant role to help with the day to day activities of the Senior Research Fellow and CPCR team. CPCR conducts research to improve the outcomes and...

MAC is a full-service global Contract Research Organisation (CRO). We also own a network of research sites. Our mission is to serve with honesty and integrity to make an outstanding contribution to human health. We are seeking to appoint a Production Assistant to join our team and make a positive impact in a growing and progressive CRO. You will be joining...

Job OverviewThe Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join its esteemed team. This role presents an excellent opportunity to contribute towards high-profile research projects, develop your skills in digital mental health research, and work alongside a talented team of...

Main Duties To assist with the smooth day-to-day running and completion of this research project by supporting the project manager and the PI. To assist in the recruitment of participants to assess the eligibility of potential participants. To explain clearly and in detail the study to participants and to answer their queries regarding the research. To...

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The specific responsibilities will depend on the requirements of each team, but may include: Act as a point of contact within the team, communicating directly with study sponsors and clinical research organisations regarding data queries, monitoring visits and other enquiries relevant to general trial conduct. Assist with the...

We are looking for a flexible and organised person to support a clinical study looking at learning in neurofibromatosis type-1 and Noonan syndrome using neuroimaging. It is part of work programme 2a of the Childrens and Young Peoples (CYP) Theme of the Mental Health Mission, but is in collaboration with the Mental Health theme of the Manchester BRC. This...

Raise purchase order requisitions, invoice external organisations, process personal payments, ensuring that processes comply with the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions. Update content and oversee the maintenance of the CPCR website. Oversee communication and scheduling of events for the Christie Clinical Academic Forum (CCAF). Communication Actively...

MAC is a full-service global Contract Research Organisation (CRO). We also own a network of research sites. Our mission is to serve with honesty and integrity to make an outstanding contribution to human health.  We have an exciting opportunity for the right people. We are seeking to appoint 3 hard-working individuals as a Clinical Trial Assistant 1’s...