Research Assistant

Overview

Royal Holloway, University of London is seeking a full-time Research Assistant within the Department of Psychology to join the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology. This position involves conducting research, audit, and administrative tasks associated with the expansion and innovation of the Clinical Psychology Course. The role is offered as a fixed-term contract until 21 September 2028 and is based on site in Egham, with a mix of working from home and working in the department offered if desired.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold a degree in Psychology, along with an interest and competence in basic qualitative and quantitative research methods. Candidates must possess strong organisational skills, initiative, the ability to work independently, and excellent communication skills for teamwork. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the UK or have leave to remain with the associated right to work for the duration of the employment, as the University is unable to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position.

What you get

The position offers a salary of £34,670 per annum, which includes a London Allowance, alongside a rewards and benefits package that features annual leave and staff development opportunities.

Requirements

The post holder will be responsible for co-designing and conducting research evaluations and audits supporting clinical training innovations in areas such as clinician recruitment, clinical supervision, curriculum design, teaching delivery, competency assessment, and diversity and inclusion. Under supervision, tasks include designing and running research and evaluations, setting up stakeholder meetings, organising participant recruitment, recording and analysing data, conducting literature searches, writing up results, drafting papers and posters, and organising dissemination events.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 29 October 2026 at 23:59.