formulations. The postholder will work with Professor Mohammed Gulrez Zariwala, Professor Vinood Patel, Dr Rumy Begum and other external project partners. They will contribute to the day-to-day running of the research project, including participant scheduling, data collection, analysis and dissemination of relevant project outcomes. They will be involved in an industry-funded project which aims to assess the ability of nutritional supplement products to regulate post-prandial glucose levels. A variety of research methods will be used to determine the efficacy of these supplements, including both biochemical and cellular assays. The postholder will be part of the Centre for Nutraceuticals, within the School of Life Sciences. The Centre for Nutraceuticals is a global first-of-its-kind initiative in the area of nutraceuticals, supplements, and functional foods, acting as a catalyst for improving health and wellbeing guided by research, innovation and partnerships with sector-leading organisations. https://www.westminster.ac.uk/research/groups-and-centres/centre-for-nutraceuticals The postholder will work in a dynamic environment within our state-of-the-art facilities in Central London, supported by a multidisciplinary team of colleagues. The postholder will be expected to: Schedule participants, analyse biomarkers by immunoassays, conduct biochemical analysis, data collection, provide effective administrative and office support services; keep accurate records, maintain study documentation and input and analyse data using appropriate statistical packages, and prepare reports summarising the work. Candidates should possess a degree or equivalent in human nutrition, physiology or a related biomedical/ life sciences field. A relevant postgraduate qualification, experience, and an interest in the field of nutraceuticals, formulation design, and sports science will be an advantage. Candidates are expected to have good communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team with shared aims and goals. Interviews will be held in the week of 19th January 2026, with the post scheduled to commence in early February 2026 For informal enquiries about the role, please contact: Professor Gulrez Zariwala M.Zariwala@westminster.ac.uk Professor Vinood Patel v.b.patel@westminster.ac.uk Dr Rumy Begum R.Begum44@westminster.ac.uk To apply for this vacancy, please click 'Apply' above. Further information can be found in the job description and person specification, which can be accessed through this link too. Closing date: midnight on 03 February 2026 Interviews are likely to be held on: 11 February 2026 Administrative contact (for queries only): Recruitment@westminster.ac.uk
