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- London
Ansök senast: 2024-08-17
Research Assistant/ Fellow- Physical Activity and Health
About the role
We are seeking a research associate to contribute to a programme of work within the Obesity theme of University College London Hospitals Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) that focuses on experimental medicine. The present scope of the theme includes investigation of ‘lifestyle’ for disease prevention, particulary physical activity behaviour.
The post holder will undertake a series of studies to develop novel approaches for promoting lifestyle physical activity.
About you
The right candidate is expected to have experience in developing and implementing physical activity interventions using behaviour change techniques and digital health approaches. Experience in physical activity measurement, wearables, public engagement and mixed methods approaches is desirable. Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams across clinical and academic settings will constitute an advantage.
The post holder must have a higher academic degree Masters degree or evidence of an equivalent level of attainment in research publications. PhD, or evidence of an equivalent level of attainment in research publications is advantageous.
Role specific details: This role is available from immediately for 12 months in the first instance.
• The advert will close on 28th June at 23:59 GMT, however we may close applications early if we receive a high volume of applications. Early application submission is recommended.
• Interview Date(s) TBC
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What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance
