Research Assistant in Nutritional Sciences

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom King's College London Full time

Job description

This fixed term post is for a nutritionist or dietitian (or other relevant science graduate with experience of working with human research studies). The role will involve recruiting to a large food intervention study in constipation, working closely with a postdoctoral researcher.

The role will be an excellent opportunity to gain experience in human dietary research studies, working with an experienced and friendly research team.

The post-holders will be based within the Department of Nutritional Sciences in the School of Life Course and Population Sciences (Waterloo campus) and will report to Professor Kevin Whelan.

This post will be offered on a fixed-term contract until 31/12/2023.

This is a part-time post - 50% full time equivalent

Key responsibilities
- Preparing the food intervention (e.g. weighing, packaging, sterilizing)
- Research administration (e.g. maintaining study documentation)
- Research outcome measurement (following standard operating protocols, collecting and processing biological samples, assisting with data entry).
- The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post._

Skills, knowledge, and experience

Essential criteria

1. BSc or MSc in Nutrition, Dietetics (or a closely related science together with experience of human research studies)

2. Ability to work independently and as part of a team on a research project

3. Evidence of excellent organisational skills and attention to detail

4. Ability to take initiative to solve technical and logístical problems

5. Flexible approach to working (including travel, hours, locations)

6. Committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, actively addressing areas of potential bias.

Desirable criteria

7. Experience of working on human clinical trials/dietary intervention studies

8. Experience of recruiting participants to a study

Further information

The School of Life Course & Population Sciences is one of five Schools that make up the Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine at King’s College London. The School unites over 400 experts in women and children’s health, nutritional sciences, population health and the molecular genetics of human disease. Our research links the causes of common health problems to life’s landmark stages, treating life, disease and healthcare as a continuum. We are interdisciplinary by nature and this innovative approach works: 91 per cent of our research submitted to the Subjects Allied to Medicine (Pharmacy, Nutritional Sciences and Women's Health cluster) for REF was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. We use this expertise to teach the next generation of health professionals and research scientists. Based across King’s Denmark Hill, Guy’s, St Thomas’ and Waterloo campuses, our academic programme of teaching, research and clinical practice is embedded across five Departments.



  • London, United Kingdom Techforgoodjobs Full time

    Expires in: 2 days Subscribe and find similar jobs: King’s College London, Waterloo Campus is based in the heart of London and easily accessible from surrounding areas. The Department of Nutritional Sciences in the School of Life Course & Population Sciences has a team of world-leading basic, applied and public health scientists. In REF 2021, the School...

  • Research Associate

    4 days ago


    London, United Kingdom Human Resources - King's College London Full time

    Research Associate- Complex Obesity Management (Including fully funded PhD Studentship - home fees only) Salary: £44,347 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance. Business unit: Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine. Department: Department of Nutritional Sciences. Category: Research. This 3-year post is for a Research Associate to explore...

  • Research Assistant in Data Science and Clinical Trials

    Found in: beBee jobs GB - 1 week ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College London Full time

    Job descriptionWe are looking for a Research Assistant to join the Unit for Medical Statistics (UMS) in the School of Life Course & Population Sciences. The postholder will contribute to the work undertaken by existing staff and take day-to-day responsibility for the statistical and database aspects of specific clinical trials and/or other clinical studies...


  • London, United Kingdom Association for Nutrition Full time

    An exciting opportunity to work on World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) International’s Global Cancer Update Programme. WCRF International leads and unifies a network of cancer prevention charities based in Europe and the United States and is responsible for our cancer prevention science and policy, as well as offering strategic and operational direction to...


  • London, United Kingdom Edgard & Cooper Full time

    **Nutrition and Sustainability Intern**: UK, London **A little bit about Edgard & Cooper**: Once upon a time, our founders wanted to feed their dogs - Edgard and Cooper - pet food they could feel good about. The kind of food that was as good for the planet as it was for their pets. But they couldn’t find anything that was quite right. So.to cut a long...


  • London, United Kingdom Techforgoodjobs Full time

    King’s College London, Waterloo Campus is based in the heart of London and easily accessible from surrounding areas. The Department of Nutritional Sciences in the School of Life Course & Population Sciences has a team of world-leading basic, applied and public health scientists. In REF 2021, the School achieved a 70% 4* rating for research, 100% 4* rating...

  • Research Assistant

    1 week ago


    London, United Kingdom London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine Full time

    The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is a world-leading centre for research and postgraduate education in public and global health. Our mission is to improve health and health equity in the UK and worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global health research, education and translation of knowledge into policy and...

  • Head of Research Interpretation

    Found in: beBee jobs GB - 1 week ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom World Cancer Research Fund International Full time

    London N1Full time – 37.5 hours a week We're a hybrid working employer, meaning you're required to come into the office 2 days per week, currently Tuesday and Wednesday or ThursdayClosing date: 5pm, 2nd May 2024Interviews: 13th and 14th May 2024Second interviews: w/c 20th May 2024An exciting opportunity to work on WCRF International's Global Cancer Update...

  • Research Manager

    2 weeks ago


    London, United Kingdom MMR Research Full time

    Job Description Are you a researcher looking for an exciting next step in your career? Do you enjoy working on high profile global accounts within the FMCG industry? We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated and passionate individual to join our brilliant London research team as a Research Manager. Company MMR is an independent, global company...


  • London, United Kingdom Alan Turing Institute Full time

    Named in honour of Alan Turing, the Institute is a place for inspiring, exciting work and we need passionate, sharp, and innovative people who want to use their skills to contribute to our mission to make great leaps in data science and AI research to change the world for the better. Please find more information about us here **Position**: The Public...


  • London, United Kingdom Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Full time

    We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed dietitian to join our acute adult team as a band 5 dietitian to cover 12 months maternity leave. The post holder will join a friendly department comprised of 30 dietitians across University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital. We are looking for a good team worker, with good communications skills,...

  • Research Associate in Data Analytics

    Found in: beBee jobs GB - 2 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom King's College London Full time

    Job descriptionThe primary purpose of the post is to support work for our NIHR HSDR grant, "Improving kidney failure risk calculations in ethnically diverse populations", involving epidemiological data analysis using electronic health records. This will include developing applications of epidemiology to translational medicine and public health. The post...

  • Quantitative Researcher

    Found in: beBee jobs GB - 2 weeks ago


    London, Greater London, United Kingdom G-Research Full time

    Do you want to tackle the biggest questions in finance with near infinite compute power at your fingertips?G-Research is a leading quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London and Dallas. We are proud to employ some of the best people in their field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly stimulating culture where...

  • Head of Theme

    Found in: beBee S GB - 2 weeks ago


    London, United Kingdom Medical Research Council Full time

    Hours: Full time or Part time (minimum 0.8 FTE) Contract Type: Fixed Term (18 months) Location: Polaris House, Swindon, Wiltshire / Caxton House, London – Hybrid working The role entails leading MRC’s management of its research portfolio in population health science. This includes overseeing key UKRI infrastructural programs such as UK Biobank,...


  • London, United Kingdom Human Resources - King's College London Full time

    Research Associate- Complex Obesity Management (Including fully funded PhD Studentship - home fees only) Job id: 088186. Salary: £44,347 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance. Business unit: Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine. Department: Department of Nutritional Sciences. Location: Waterloo Campus. Category: Research. This 3-year...

  • Research Manager

    Found in: Talent UK C2 - 1 week ago


    London, United Kingdom MMR Research Worldwide LTD Full time

    Are you a researcher looking for an exciting next step in your career? Do you enjoy working on high profile global accounts within the FMCG industry?We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated and passionate individual to join our brilliant London research team as a Research Manager. CompanyMMR is an independent, global company specialising in food,...

  • Researcher - Science

    2 weeks ago


    London, United Kingdom Elizabeth Norman International Full time

    We are working with a global strategic communications and advocacy group who are powered by research and insight. They specialise in Public Affairs research, Brand Communications and Strategy, Reputation and Crisis Management, ESG and Sustainability. They are looking to hire in their Research and Insight team. They are keen to hire a Quantitative market...

  • Researcher - Science

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 2 weeks ago


    London, United Kingdom Elizabeth Norman International Full time

    We are working with a global strategic communications and advocacy group who are powered by research and insight. They specialise in Public Affairs research, Brand Communications and Strategy, Reputation and Crisis Management, ESG and Sustainability. They are looking to hire in their Research and Insight team. They are keen to hire a Quantitative market...

  • Science Policy Intern

    Found in: Jooble UK C2 - 3 days ago


    London, United Kingdom The Academy of Medical Sciences Full time

    The Academy of Medical Sciences and the Medical Research Council (MRC) are pleased to open applications to their policy internship scheme. Under the scheme, MRC-funded PhD students will have the opportunity to undertake a 12 week policy internship at the Academy. The scheme is designed to give students first-hand experience of the medical science policy...

  • Research Assistant or Postdoctoral Research Assistant

    Found in: beBee S GB - 2 weeks ago


    London, United Kingdom Queen Mary University of London Full time

    About the RoleThe School of Electronic Engineering and Computer Science at Queen Mary University of London is looking to recruit a Research Assistant or Postdoctoral Research Assistant in AI for Music. The Centre for Digital Music has been awarded an Innovate UK grant, collaborating with a pro-audio company. The post-holder will work on lyrics generation...