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  • Research Assistant

    5 hours ago


    London, United Kingdom University College London Full-time £40,603 - £43,749 Contract

    About usUCL Eastman Dental Institute is a postgraduate dental school with a reputation as a leading education and research centre. The successful candidate will be part of the Department of Microbial Diseases based at the Royal Free Campus of UCL in Hampstead. The department’s vision is to reduce the burden of infection through the development of novel...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    Manchester, England, United Kingdom, England The University of Manchester Full-time £34,000 - £37,000

    Job reference: BMH-032565Salary: £33,662 - £37,369 per annum depending on experienceFaculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine HealthLocation: ManchesterEmployment type: Fixed TermDivision/Team: Division of Medical EducationHours Per Week: 35 hours per week (1 FTE)Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 10/11/2026Contract Duration: Fixed term for 4...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom The University of Edinburgh Full-time £35,302 - £40,704 Contract

    Job Description Grade UE06: £35,302 - £40,704 per annum Usher Institute, School of Population Health Sciences / Centre for Medical Informatics Full time: 35 hours per week Fixed term: contract available from November 2026 for 24 months (with possibility of extension) The Opportunity Together we can do great things. Be part of something bigger With...

  • Research Assistant

    2 days ago


    University of Hull, United Kingdom University of Hull Full-time £17 - £20 Permanent

    Salary Range:£17.39 - £20.43We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, creating a community where colleagues feel respected and valued. We aim to reflect the diversity of our students and communities, and to strengthen our university through collaboration and diverse perspectives, across all roles at the University.#INTThe postholder will...


  • London, United Kingdom University College London Full-time

    About usUCL School of Pharmacy is one of the world’s leading centres of excellence for pharmaceutical science, education and professional engagement, ranked third in the world by QS (2025, Pharmacy and Pharmacology). The Division has a track record in high-quality research across a broad range of drug discovery, pharmacy and patient safety-related areas,...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full-time £35,302 - £40,704 Contract

    Grade UE06: £35,302 - £40,704 per annum Usher Institute, School of Population Health Sciences / Centre for Medical Informatics Full time: 35 hours per week Fixed term: contract available from November 2026 for 24 months (with possibility of extension) The Opportunity: Together we can do great things. Be part of something bigger With roles from...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Hull and East Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom, England University of Hull Full-time £24,000 - £28,000

    Salary Range: £17.39 - £20.43We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, creating a community where colleagues feel respected and valued. We aim to reflect the diversity of our students and communities, and to strengthen our university through collaboration and diverse perspectives, across all roles at the University.#INT The postholder will...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Penicuik, Scotland, United Kingdom, Scotland Moredun Group Remote Full-time £27,000 - £36,000

    Passionate about applied parasitology and agricultural researchPractical, thorough, and able to manage multiple tasks with accuracy and precisionComfortable working both in laboratory and outdoors/field environmentsKeen to learn, adaptable, and ready to support a range of ongoing scientific projectsA collaborative team member who contributes positively to...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    nottingham, england, United Kingdom, England University of Nottingham Full-time £32,000 - £36,000

    Salary£32,080 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35608 with relevant PhD).AreaPsychologyLocationUniversity ParkSalary£32,080 per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35608 with relevant PhD).Closing DateMonday 16 November 2026ReferenceSCI660126About the roleWe invite applications for a Research Assistant to join our...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Preston, England, United Kingdom, England Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust Full-time £25,000 - £36,000

    The post holder will work within MHRG Research Theme 1, which focuses on co occurring mental health and drug or alcohol problems among people experiencing multiple disadvantages, such as substance use disorders, criminal justice involvement and other complex social challenges. These groups often face significant barriers to accessing mainstream services and...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    salford, england, United Kingdom, England University of Salford (Personnel) Full-time £28,000 - £36,000

    PLAN-B (the Path Towards Addressing Adverse Impacts Of Light And Noise Pollution On Terrestrial Biodiversity And Ecosystems) is an EC project involving 11 project partners from across Europe, collaborators in Brazil and a large network of international stakeholders. This research assistant role will contribute PLAN-B research on understanding the mechanisms...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Sheffield, England, United Kingdom, England Sheffield Hallam University Full-time £29,000 - £32,000

    College of Health Wellbeing&Life ScienceFixed term until 31 March 2027Part Time – 14.8 hours per week£28,592 to £31,861 per annum (pro rata), depending on experienceThe roleThis post provides an exciting opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary research team on an NIHR-funded project , the iKids study which is exploring the impact of interactive...

  • Research Assistant

    3 days ago


    Edinburgh, United Kingdom University of Edinburgh Full-time £34,610 - £39,906 Contract

    DescriptionGrade UE06: £34,610- £39,906 per annumCSE, School of Biological SciencesFull Time: 35 hours per weekFixed Term: 12 months The Opportunity:Where discovery never stops. Be part of something bigger.Here, you can continue to make a difference in everything around you. Take on new challenges, grow your career, be recognised for your contributions,...

  • Research Assistant

    4 days ago


    Manchester, England, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full-time

    The posts will support the evaluation of the Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) Live Well Hubs (LWH) programme and the post holder will be part of the Public Health and Community Medicine Group in the Division of Medical Education in the School of Medical Sciences working with MFT and delivery partners working across the city. Our benefits...

  • Research Assistant

    5 hours ago


    Wales, United Kingdom, Wales Swansea University Full-time

    About Swansea UniversitySwansea University is a research-led university that has been making a difference since 1920. The University community thrives on exploration and discovery and offers the right balance of excellent teaching and research, matched by an enviable quality of life. Our stunning waterfront campuses and multicultural community make us a...


  • Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Queens University Full-time

    About the job: The Co-Centre for Sustainable Food Systems has an ambitious programme of work which aims to develop a robust, resilient and sustainable food system in the transition to healthy diets form sustainable sources. It encompasses a research programme from plant science to nutrition and public health across three jurisdictions - the Republic of...


  • , England, United Kingdom, England University of Reading Full-time £37,000 - £42,000

    Postdoctoral Research Assistant Located: Earley Gate Campus Salary Grade 6: £37,369 - £41,885 per annum Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type: Academic and Research Date posted: 28/10/2026 Job reference: SRF54547 Attachments: SRF54547 PDRA Job Description, Person Specification -accessible FINAL.pdf Full-time, Fixed Term for 3 years Closing...


  • Newcastle, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full-time £34,630 - £41,885 Contract

    Salary: Research Assistant: £34,630 - £36,320 per annum Research Associate: £37,369 - £41,885 per annum Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits. We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you. Closing Date: 01...

  • Research Assistant

    4 days ago


    nottingham, england, United Kingdom, England Nottingham Full-time £32,000 - £39,000

    Salary£32,080per annum, depending on skills and experience (minimum £35608 with relevant PhD). Closing DateMonday 16 November 2026 ReferenceSCI660126 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,...


  • Newcastle, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Newcastle University Full-time £34,630 - £46,970 Contract

    Salary: Research Assistant: £34,630 to £36,320 per annum Research Associate: £37,369 to £46,970 per annum Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits. We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you. Closing Date: 12...