"184918 Research Physiotherapist"

Research Physiotherapist

Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS)

Grade 7: Salary in the range of £39,424 - £47,779 per annum. This is inclusive of a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,730 per year. This is a full time, fixed term position until 31st July 2027.

The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.

The Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences (NDORMS) is part of the Medical Sciences Division and is the largest European academic department in its field, running a globally competitive programme of research and teaching. The Kadoorie Institute for Trauma, Emergency and Critical Care brings together research across trauma, emergency care, and critical care. It designs and tests innovative treatments and care pathways that improve patient outcomes and deliver more efficient healthcare. The postholder will work within the Oxford Trauma research group which has a long-standing track record in trauma rehabilitation research.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

• An excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• A comprehensive range of childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
• Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs
• This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working

About the Role

In this role you will contribute to the planning, co-ordination and completion of a randomised controlled trial which evaluates physiotherapy interventions in adult patients. You will work with the trial team (including the Chief Investigator, Trial Coordinator, and other administrative staff) to ensure that project is of high quality and delivered on time and within budget. This post involves developing interventions and intervention training materials and sessions to enable delivery across the NHS collaborating centres as well as training other health professionals at NHS collaborating centres to deliver the interventions within the context of a clinical trial.

About You

You must be a qualified Physiotherapist registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council and be able to demonstrate experience of working as a physiotherapist in the National Health Service. You will have knowledge and clinical experience managing musculoskeletal/neurological conditions as well as experience of supervising and training clinical staff. Additionally, you will demonstrate a desire to develop experience and a portfolio in clinical research.

Application Process

The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity. All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria. Applications for this vacancy should be made online and must include a CV and a supporting statement explaining how you meet the selection criteria, using examples of your skills and experience. Interviews will take place on 6th March 2026 and will be online. Please quote reference 184918 in all correspondence.

Location: Kadoorie Institute of Trauma, Emergency & Critical Care, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, OX3 9DU

Contact: recruitment@ndorms.ox.ac.uk

Closing Date: 27-Feb-2026 12:00