Research Scientist in Nutrition Cognitive Health

3 weeks ago


Reading, Reading, United Kingdom University of Reading Full time

Opportunity Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with the University of Reading on a research project exploring the impact of a prebiotic-fortified functional bakery product on cognitive and mood in older adults through a randomised controlled trial.

About the Role

Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant to join a team at the University of Reading on a part-time basis (0.8 FTE) for a fixed term of 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate multiple activities simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail
  • Recruit participants and support successful collaboration between academic and industry partners
  • Deliver various elements of the project, including a randomised controlled trial
  • Organise, deliver, and disseminate a human research trial in collaboration with various partners

Requirements

  • Excellent organisational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Experience of behavioural research in humans, data handling, and statistical analysis
  • PhD in psychology or a related discipline

Working with Us

The University of Reading is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.



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