Research Assistant - Clinical Respiratory Physiologist (Part-time, Fixed term)

  • University of Nottingham
  • United Kingdom, LND
  • Jun 5, 2026
Teaching and Support
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    Job Description:

    The purpose of this role will be to assist the Principal Investigator and research team in the delivery of clinical research projects by performing pulmonary function tests in accordance with clinical trial protocols and local and national guidelines

    The role holder must be suitably qualified and be able to plan, undertake and perform simple interpretation on a range of pulmonary diagnostic assessment. They will be expected to have a working knowledge of all health and safety policies pertaining to the post holder, their working environment and patient care.

    The team are based within the Respiratory Theme of the Nottingham Biomedical Research Centre (BRC)

    About you-

    • Degree or equivalent experience in respiratory health care setting
    • Documented evidence of working as a respiratory physiologist
    • Works independently within established and clearly defined policies (ARTP/BTS guidelines
    • Experienced in performing the range of respiratory diagnostic tests listed in the job description

    What we offer- it’s important that you highlight key benefits and rewards and why candidates should choose us. You may want to use the below template or add your own. Use below

    • A friendly, diverse, and supportive working environment
    • A hybrid working arrangement with the blended approach of home and office working each week
    • Generous holiday entitlement of 27 (30) days (or pro rata) plus standard bank holidays and five university closure days including closure between Christmas and New Year.
    • Our reward scheme grants bonuses of numerous values for excellent work
    • We are committed to staff development through the provision of training, continued support, and career progression opportunities
    • You will have access to a range of benefits and rewards, including fitness and health facilities, staff discounts, travel schemes and many more. To find out more about what we can offer you, follow the link to our benefits website

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    Further information is available in the role profile. To apply for this vacancy please click ‘Apply Now’ to complete your details.

    This vacancy is offered on a fixed term, part-time (7.25 hours weekly) basis.

    Please contact Professor Charlotte Bolton at [email protected] if you have further questions about this role. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

    Closing Date: 18 Jun 2026
    Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)



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