Applications for this job are now closed
This is an exciting opportunity for a clinical research assistant to support academic research within the Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences in the Sleep Research Unit.
The post holder will be required to play a key role in conducting research in people with Parkinson’s Disease and sleep disorders within the Department of Sleep Medicine (Royal Infirmary Edinburgh).
This post is 0.8 full-time equivalent (28 hours per week). We are open to flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
Please note this role is fixed term until 31st July 2025.
Your skills and attributes for success
- The post holder should possess a BA/BSc
- Master’s in psychology or health-related sciences is desirable
- Clear history of either clinical or research projects showing evidence of ability in design, analysis and completion
- Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
What we offer
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page (opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits
Championing equality, diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages (opens new browser tab).
On this occasion the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship for this role. International workers will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
