University of Edinburgh
Research Assistant
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School of Regeneration and Repair / Centre for Reproductive Health
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 19 months
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The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area. We offer the full range of academic roles and have a genuine focus on our students performance and wellbeing.
The Opportunity:
A full-time research assistant is sought to support data collection and analysis for birth cohort studies investigating the long-term consequences of preterm birth on neurodevelopmental, cognitive and behavioural outcomes. We collect biosamples, brain MR imaging, and longitudinal follow-up from a group of preterm infants and healthy controls from birth through early childhood. The post-holder will assist at the following stages of the research pipeline: biosample collection, scheduling appointments, supervision of children undergoing brain MRI, collection of neurodevelopmental and cognitive outcome data at 5, 7 and 10 years, and data entry. The study is funded by the charity Theirworld and the UKRI Medical Research Council.
This job requires Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme (PVG) Registration.
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How to apply
Please include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
People have always been at the heart of our work. As part of the University, you are a part of our community. We are looking for people with drive, determination, and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful/personalised flexibility for you.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.
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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.
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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.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 3rd August 2026.
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As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.
Centre for Reproductive Health (CRH)
The Centre for Reproductive Health (CRH) is a world leader in reproductive health research. An integral part of The Institute for Regeneration and Repair, our work spans fertility, women-specific conditions, sexual and reproductive health, gynaecological cancers, and pregnancy and early life - driven by discovery science, clinical excellence, and a deep commitment to improving lives. Our Director is Professor Andrew Horne.
Our mission is to advance reproductive health and wellbeing through bold, inclusive research and transformative education and training - leveraging our international strengths in discovery science, translational research, and cross-sector collaboration - to shape future academic leaders, advance care, and create lasting global impact.
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Our three interlinked research themes - Gonadal Health and Fertility, Translational Gynaecology, and Pregnancy and Early Life - together provide a dynamic platform for collaborative discovery and translational innovation.
We lead innovative, cross-disciplinary programmes that address urgent clinical needs, expand our capabilities in digital and data-driven health, and increase the real-world impact of our discoveries through effective translation into policy and practice.
Centre for Reproductive Health website (opens in a new browser tab)
The Institute for Regeneration and Repair
The Institute for Regeneration and Repair (IRR) is cross-College with staff and students from the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine (CMVM) School of Regeneration and Repair (SRR) and the College of Science and Engineering (CSE), School of Biological Sciences and School of Chemistry. The School of Regeneration and Repair is one of six schools in CMVM.
At IRR our scientists and clinicians study tissue regeneration and repair to advance human health and reproductive outcomes. The Institute incorporates three leading research centres with a focus on regenerative medicine, inflammation and reproductive health. Our Director is Professor Stuart Forbes.
IRR has a 5-year income of over £200M and is a collaborative hub for commercial, clinical and academic endeavour. Based at Edinburgh BioQuarter we bring together world leading research expertise to drive understanding and deliver clinical and translational outcomes.
IRR has a work environment built on trust and encourages the very best talent from all backgrounds and at all levels to join us. A diverse team strengthens our ability to innovate and support cutting-edge world leading research. Supporting and empowering our team at all levels is central to our approach.
Our team is ambitious, acts with integrity and demonstrates commitment to progress and impact. We aim to achieve excellence in all that we do, always being principled, considerate and respectful.
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