Academic ConnectResearch Assistant [Internal Applicants Only] (Fixed Term)
THIS Institute (The Healthcare Improvement Studies Institute) is dedicated to generating robust evidence to support healthcare innovation and improvement. We work with NHS frontline staff, patients, policymakers, and many others to design studies that address real-world challenges. Our guiding principle is that improvement efforts should be grounded in high-quality evidence and shaped by the realities of patients and healthcare staff. Our research is developed with the people who deliver and receive care, making findings practical and actionable.
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant who will assist the research team in the collection and analysis of qualitative and/or quantitative data, in conducting literature reviews, in preparing data summaries and in contributing to writing-up of research findings. The successful candidate will work to support a range of research projects concerning the improvement of quality and safety in health care, improving the uptake and spread of good practice, and sustaining improvements in the way that care is delivered, as well as supporting the research infrastructure of THIS Institute.
The successful candidate will have a Master's degree in a relevant social or health science or related field or have equivalent qualifications or equivalent practical experience. They will have a good knowledge of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods and techniques, and excellent communication skills.
The funding for this post is available until 31st March 2027.
This is a full-time position.
Location - Department of Public Health and Primary Care, Strangeways Research Laboratory, Worts Causeway, Cambridge CB1 8RN (approx. 2 miles south of city centre)
Informal enquiries can be made to: Graham Martin, Research Professor via email: phpc.hr@medschl.cam.ac.uk
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Closing date: 8th March 2026
Interview date: 13th March 2026
Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.
Please include details of your referees, including e-mail address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
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Please quote reference RH48902 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Key information
Department/location
Department of Public Health and Primary Care, THIS Institute
Salary
£33,002-£35,608
Reference
RH48902
Category
Date published
20 February 2026
Closing date
8 March 2026
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