Research Assistant

The University of Manchester - School of Health Sciences

Location:ManchesterSalary:£32,080 per annumHours:Full TimeContract Type:Fixed-Term/ContractPlaced On:26th March 2026Closes:8th April 2026Job Ref:BMH-031143

Job reference: BMH-031143

Salary: £32,080 per annum

Faculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine Health

Location: Manchester

Employment type: Fixed Term

Division/Team: Division of Psychology and Mental Health

Hours Per Week: Full time (1 FTE)

Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 08/04/2026

Contract Duration: Fixed term for 9 Months

School/Directorate: School of Health Sciences

This research assistant post provides an exciting chance to support a Behavioural Research UK funded programme of research that aims to investigate how PPIE is currently used in the development and testing of health behaviour change interventions. The post will mainly involve supporting in the delivery of public and patient involvement workshops and a systematic review.

The role is especially suited to those who would like to get more involved in behaviour change research and are interested in public involvement and engagement, systematic review and meta-analysis methods, and making a meaningful impact to the development of interventions that support people to have healthier lives.

The successful applicant will be based in the Manchester Centre of Health Psychology. They will work with Drs Stephanie Lyons, Tracy Epton, Christine Rowland and Prof Sarah Peters.

What you will get in return:

• Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
• Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
• Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
• Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.