Assistant Research Associate

Role Summary

Are you passionate about advancing health and care research and making a real impact on the well-being of our local population? The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Regional Research Delivery Network South West Peninsula (RRDN SWP) is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Assistant Research Associate to join our dynamic team.

The NIHR is at the forefront of health and care research, funded by the Department of Health and Social Care to enhance the health and wealth of the nation. The NIHR plays a crucial role in driving economic growth by attracting life-sciences investment through our world-class research infrastructure. Our Research Delivery Network supports the rapid set-up and effective conduct of research studies, ensuring robust evidence is gathered to improve treatments and inform the health and care system.

As an Assistant Research Associate, you will be integral to our mission, working closely with NHS Trusts and health providers across Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly. You’ll use your expertise to support staff in primary care, community, non-NHS, and acute settings, helping to identify and set up high-quality NIHR research studies. Your role will ensure that research is conducted safely and in line with the highest standards, protecting the rights, safety, and well-being of all participants.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

What We Offer:

If you are motivated by the opportunity to support ground breaking research and make a tangible difference in the health sector, we would love to hear from you. Join us at the NIHR RRDN South West Peninsula and be part of an organization that represents the most integrated health research system in the world.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, Hybrid working, no unsocial hours

Interview Date: Thursday th December 4

For further information please contact: Tania Crabb, Senior Research Associate or Helen Chenoweth, Agile Research Team Leader is a fixed term contract for months. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over , staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than , people, cover more than 2, square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.