Research Assistant - Healthy

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City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology.

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We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the Centre for Food Policy on a 20‑week NIHR‑funded project exploring opportunities to improve the Healthy Start scheme for low‑income families. Working within a multidisciplinary team of leading researchers and external partners, the postholder will support mixed‑methods research activities, including ethical approval processes, qualitative data collection, stakeholder engagement and project delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to research that informs national policy and helps create fairer, healthier and more sustainable food systems.

You will support and facilitate research activities across the project, working closely with researchers and work package leads. You will lead ethics applications and qualitative data collection, contribute to the development of research materials and survey tools, support project communications and dissemination activities, and assist in the production of academic publications, reports and case studies. You will also contribute to wider project objectives and support the activities of the Centre for Food Policy as required.

You will hold a Master’s degree in a relevant subject and have knowledge of public health research methods, including qualitative and survey approaches, alongside a strong understanding of the Healthy Start scheme. You will have experience conducting qualitative research, engaging with diverse stakeholders and public participants, and communicating research findings. You will possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Closing date for redeployment applications: 19 July 2026 at 11:59 pm

Closing date for all applications: 2 August 2026 at 11:59 pm

If you are a redeployee,  and cover letter to Recruitment Coor with the job title and reference number, demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

All other applicants, please submit an application online.

City St George’s offers a sector‑leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio‑economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

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