Research Assistant, Centre for Optometry and Vision Science

Ulster University - Centre for Optometry and Vision Science / School of Biomedical Sciences

Job Title: Research Assistant, Centre for Optometry and Vision Science

Department/School: School of Biomedical Sciences

Campus: Coleraine

Salary: £33,020 per annum pro rata

Duration: Fixed-Term until 28th February 2027 / Part-Time, 0.3 FTE, 10.5 hours per week

Closing Date: 23rd February 2026

Reference Number: 040987

ABOUT US

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation, and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social, and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation, and technology and knowledge transfer.

THE ROLE

The postholder will work with the Primary Investigator and Co-investigators to deliver the research outcomes on a project funded by Sight Research UK, which aims to optimise a novel vision test for glaucoma. They will conduct research in the field of optometry/clinical visual psychophysics on human participants, contribute to data analysis, and assist with the dissemination of findings leading to high-quality scientific publications. They will also contribute to the overall research work and outputs of the Centre for Optometry and Vision Science (COVS).

We may create a 12-month waiting list for the same or similar roles within the Department/Faculty. The University reserves the right to extend the waiting list across the University if required for certain posts.

ABOUT YOU

The postholder will be required to have:

• A degree in a related subject area (e.g. Optometry, Healthcare, Psychology, Biomedical Sciences).
• Experience of undertaking vision/psychophysics research and/or clinical experience in a related field (optometry, ophthalmology, or other eye-care related profession).
• The ability to manage and analyse quantitative data using appropriate software.

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Athena Swan Statement

The School of Biomedical Sciences holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family-friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.