Research Physiotherapist (0.6 FTE)

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

Location:	Oxford
Salary:	£39,424 to £45,212 Grade 7 / pro rata
Hours:	Part Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On:	1st April 2026
Closes:	13th April 2026
Job Ref:	185602

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 Botnar Research Centre enables and encourages research and education into the causes of musculoskeletal disease and their treatment. The Centre provides world-class facilities for scientists in the field of musculoskeletal 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, coordination and delivery of a programme of applied clinical research with the Oxford Knee Group. You will develop and maintain secure and robust clinical databases for the collection, management, and reporting of patient-reported and clinical outcome data. This post involves developing training materials to ensure participant identification, recruitment, and follow-up is conducted according to protocols.

About You

You must be a qualified Physiotherapist registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council and be able to demonstrate clinical experience within the National Health Service. You will have knowledge and clinical experience in the management of musculoskeletal conditions. Additionally, you will have experience in the conduct of healthcare research, including involvement in ethics or governance processes.

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.

The closing date for applications is Monday, 13 April 2026.

Interviews will take place during week commencing 20th April 2026 and will be face to face or online

Please quote reference 185602 in all correspondence.