Research AssistantUniversity

Part-time: 28 hours per week

Fixed-term: 24 months

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.

Edinburgh Medical School is one of six schools within the University of Edinburgh’s College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine. As a leader in biomedical and medical education, the School aims to provide an exceptional educational experience and equip the next generation of scientists and doctors with the tools they need to address the world’s scientific and medical challenges.

The Opportunity:

This role supports the delivery of high-quality research within Medical Education, on the subject of compassion and empathy, contributing to the work of the research or project team through a range of defined research activities. Specific responsibilities will be determined by the requirements of the project and project lead.

This post is part-time (28 hours per week). 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.

Apply Before: 12/10/2026, 23:59

£34,610 to £39,906 per annum, pro rata