Research Assistant

On the 1 August 2026, The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent formed a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South- East (LASE) University Group. Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Kent academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities. Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

Are you passionate about using research to improve opportunities and outcomes for young women? If so this fixed term, part time role could be ideal.

We’re looking for a motivated Research Assistant to join the Centre for Health Services Studies (CHSS) at the University of Kent. You’ll support an NIHR-funded randomised controlled trial evaluating the cost-effectiveness of an intervention designed to build hope in young women who are not in education, employment or training.

Working collaboratively with researchers and external partners, you’ll play a key role in coordinating research activities, engaging participants and analysing data to support the delivery of this applied research project.

As Research Assistant you can expect to be involved in:

• Supporting participant recruitment, interviews and data collection
• Collecting, managing and analysing quantitative and qualitative research data
• Coordinating research activities and engaging with project partners and participants
• Contributing to research reports, findings and knowledge mobilisation activities

What will you bring to the role?

• A relevant postgraduate degree or equivalent
• Experience collecting and managing data for research projects
• Experience involving members of the public in research
• Experience analysing and interpreting quantitative and qualitative research data

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

• Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs) 
• 43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact [email removed] quoting reference number SSS-046-26.

Closing Date: 15 Nov 2026

Section: Research

Salary: £32,722 to £37,369 per annum pro rata