This is an exciting opportunity to join the School of Health and Social Care, which is a diverse school, with world leading researchers who are experts in psychology, public health, and osteopathy. This is a research assistant (RA) position within this school. The RA will work on a feasibility study, as well as a systematic review.
This is a project funded by the Osteopathic Foundation, which aims to explore whether there are any positive heart rate variability outcomes, and reduction in mental health outcomes for individuals with mild to moderate anxiety and depression. The outcomes of this project are to develop a systematic review and carry out a feasibility study in line with the MRC framework.
The position will require the successful candidate to:
We are looking for candidates with the following essential criteria:
The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all of its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation.
We have an under-representation of men in the area of research and would particularly welcome applications from men for this position. We also have an under representation of individuals from ethnic minority backgrounds and would encourage applications from these groups. Appointments will always be made on merit.
Please note this job is also being advertised to a pool of colleagues internally as part of our University commitment to employee redeployment. Should this post be filled from this route then you will receive an email confirming this. If you do not receive an email, please assume that your application is still in process.
Applicants are asked to provide a completed online application providing evidence against the essential criteria in the recruitment documentation. Applicants should also attach to the application