Clinical Research Associate (NIHR Internship)

We have a fantastic opportunity for a health care worker to develop their research skills, knowledge and give them experience of applied dementia research. This internship is ideal for a healthcare worker with experience of working with people living with dementia and their families to our research team.
You will support a range of research projects relating to the Living Well with Dementia programme ( ). This will include the adaptation of original LivDem group intervention for couples and families, as well as a range of other LivDem research projects. Research activities you may be involved in include collecting and analysing qualitative and quantitative data, reviewing literature, working closely with our public contributors and other stakeholders and writing for publication. There may also be opportunities to develop your own research idea in relation to adjustment to dementia. We can support the development of your research career going forwards through attendance at research events and links with research networks.
The post is an ideal opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic clinician to develop their research experience. You will be joining a small team of dementia researchers who have been developing the .
This opportunity is funded by the National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR) for early career researchers to pursue dementia research as part of its (ARC) programme. You'll have support from and will have ties with research fellows and another intern based at the University of Bristol., We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we're always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you'll thrive.
We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian or racially minoritised candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area of the organisation, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.
As a employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.
Further information
If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, please email Dr Natasha Woodstoke at or Professor Richard Cheston at .
we are hoping to hold interviews week commencing 3 February 2025.
This is a fixed-term post from 1st April 2025 to 17th August 2025 and is part-time working on a 0.6 FTE contract. To enable well qualified applicants to apply for this opportunity we are open to those seeking a secondment from their current roles in regional health services and the community sector.
To ensure fairness and equity all salary offers will be made in line with the University's salary assessment guidelines and will be based on your relevant skills and experience.
UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based for one to two days per week, with the opportunity to work from home on the remaining day.
This post is not available on a job share basis.
Right to Work in the UK
The University has a legal responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. You will therefore be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK, please refer to the for information on which documents are acceptable.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. If you do not have current right to work in the UK you may wish to explore .
Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.
Advice to applicants
We'd love to hear from you - if you are excited about joining us at UWE please complete our application form as soon as possible.
Tell us about how your skills and experience relate to the requirements of this role by describing how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria listed in the Person Specification section of the Job Description, and include specific examples wherever possible.
Once we have completed shortlisting we will let you know the outcome of your application by email, so please check your inbox for updates.
Please note, there may be a delay in responding to email enquiries as the university is closed between 23 December and 2 January.

You will have experience of working with people living with dementia and their families in a clinical setting. You have an understanding of some of the challenges families face before and after a dementia diagnosis. You will have an interest in clinical research and a desire to develop your skills and knowledge. You will have good verbal and written communication skills and will communicate well with families affected by dementia as well as professionals. You will have experience working as part of team as well as working autonomously when needed. You should be comfortable working both in-person and through online meetings.

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