Research Associate; Honorary Resident Doctor

# Research Associate (Honorary Resident Doctor) (Fixed Term)
The Department of Paediatrics is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated clinically qualified Research Associate to join our internationally recognised paediatric diabetes research programme. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician with an interest in paediatric diabetes, clinical trials, and translational medicine to contribute to cutting-edge research aimed at improving outcomes for children and young people at risk of, or living with, Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

The postholder will join a vibrant paediatric diabetes research programme focused on understanding the natural history of Type 1 Diabetes and developing strategies for earlier diagnosis, disease prevention, and improved treatment. The programme includes national and international collaborations and a diverse portfolio of interventional and observational studies involving children, young people, and their families.
* Identification and monitoring of individuals at increased risk of developing T1D
* Studies of early-stage and pre-symptomatic T1D
* Prevention and disease-modifying intervention trials
* Longitudinal observational studies investigating disease progression and clinical outcomes

The Research Associate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team of principal investigators, research nurses, trial coordinators, contributing to the delivery of high-quality clinical research while developing their own academic and clinical research expertise.

The successful applicants will also be encouraged and supported to develop and lead a research project of their own over the time in the post.

This role offers excellent opportunities for academic and professional development, including:
* Hands-on experience in the design and delivery of clinical trials
* Exposure to innovative approaches for T1D prediction, prevention, and disease modification
* Training in clinical research methodology, trial conduct, and regulatory requirements
* Opportunities to present research findings at national and international meetings

Please read the Further Particulars in full before making your application.

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Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to:

Dr Loredana Marcovecchio mlm
45.ukIf you have any queries regarding the application process please contact: clusterHR.ac.ukThe closing date for applications is: 4 October 2026

Fixed-term:
The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance.

This appointment requires a Research Passport application and an Honorary Clinical Contract.

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This is an integrated appointment between the University and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust ("NHS Trust"). You will therefore also be issued with an Honorary Clinical Contract by the NHS Trust. You should be aware that if your contract with the NHS Trust is terminated your employment with the University will be terminated, and vice versa.

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter, CV and a completed Additional Information for Clinical Researchers form in the Upload section of the online application. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Please quote reference RP51219 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.