Graduate Clinical Research Facility Assistant
| Posting date: | 04 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £26,257 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 July 2025 |
| Location: | Exeter, Devon |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | University of Exeter |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | GBP 7782 |
Summary
Job Summary – The NIHR Exeter Clinical Research Facility at the University are looking for a recent graduate to support the collection and management of patient samples and data for research delivery. You will have an interest in health research and acquiring skills required for successful research delivery. This role combines both laboratory and desk-based duties including: processing blood and other human fluid and tissue samples, data collection, processing and analysis, database development, assist with participant recruitment, and project coordination and administration. This role is part of the Graduate Business Partnership (GBP) scheme and offers full-time hours (36.5 hours per week) on a 12-month contract. You will be based in the workplace at the Research, Innovation, Learning and Development (RILD) building at Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital in Exeter with the option of working flexible hours between 8am-6pm. For more information on the GBP scheme, please visit www.exeter.ac.uk/internships.
About You – You should be a graduate who has a degree in Biology or Biomedical Science or Medical Sciences or similar STEM subject, is able to work independently and be self-motivated, whilst being a dedicated team player, and has the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the unit, with a sensitive awareness of team dynamics. You should be highly organised with good attention to detail, have an impeccable attendance record and highly reliable, have a proactive approach to problem solving, and a flexible approach to working hours. You should have an aptitude for quickly mastering new technologies and techniques, be able to work independently following standard operating procedures or work instructions, have project planning skills, be able to set and meet priorities, targets and deadlines, and have the ability to work and take direction from an established research team. You should have high computer literacy using Microsoft Office and some experience of using statistical software, be able to apply scientific principles to the role, some previous experience in a people/public facing role would be beneficial.
The Benefits to You - You will have access to a wide range of benefits, rewards and recognition from the University, including a generous pension, a holiday allowance of 39 days per year, Totum Card (student discount) and Salary Exchange Schemes (such as the Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted membership to the university's sports facilities). The University offers extensive support to staff, including a structured Professional Development Review and Wellbeing Service plus 1:1 support from the Internships Team. You will be offered a ‘How to Make the Most of Your Internship’ guide, bespoke mentoring, and career consultancy opportunities.
Application Closing Date: 15 July 2025
Interviews: 25 July 2025
For further information please email internships@exeter.ac.uk
GBP Scheme Requirements
To be eligible to apply and undertake a GBP role the graduate must meet all of the following criteria:
*To undertake a graduate role through the GBP scheme, you must have either achieved your degree or be in your final year at any UK-based university.
*You must have graduated in the UK within the last 3 years of your most recent degree (we will consider extenuating circumstances of potential applicants that may have prevented them from undertaking a graduate role within 3 years of graduation).
*The University of Exeter is committed to developing an environment which promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity and inclusivity.
*At the time of starting employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK and evidence must be provided in advance of the appointment. Candidates should continue to have permission for the duration of the GBP contract. This includes British citizens, individuals with an EU Pre-Settlement or EU-Settlement Status; and those with a Graduate Route Visa.
*All graduates need to reside in the UK whilst undertaking this role.
How to apply
Please apply by completing the Internship Application Form (downloadable here: https://bit.ly/3AEthv7), following instructions on the form and returning it to The Internships Team at internships@exeter.ac.uk as an email attachment by the closing date: 15/07/2025. We do not accept CVs so please make sure you send a completed application form.
About You – You should be a graduate who has a degree in Biology or Biomedical Science or Medical Sciences or similar STEM subject, is able to work independently and be self-motivated, whilst being a dedicated team player, and has the ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the unit, with a sensitive awareness of team dynamics. You should be highly organised with good attention to detail, have an impeccable attendance record and highly reliable, have a proactive approach to problem solving, and a flexible approach to working hours. You should have an aptitude for quickly mastering new technologies and techniques, be able to work independently following standard operating procedures or work instructions, have project planning skills, be able to set and meet priorities, targets and deadlines, and have the ability to work and take direction from an established research team. You should have high computer literacy using Microsoft Office and some experience of using statistical software, be able to apply scientific principles to the role, some previous experience in a people/public facing role would be beneficial.
The Benefits to You - You will have access to a wide range of benefits, rewards and recognition from the University, including a generous pension, a holiday allowance of 39 days per year, Totum Card (student discount) and Salary Exchange Schemes (such as the Cycle to Work Scheme, and discounted membership to the university's sports facilities). The University offers extensive support to staff, including a structured Professional Development Review and Wellbeing Service plus 1:1 support from the Internships Team. You will be offered a ‘How to Make the Most of Your Internship’ guide, bespoke mentoring, and career consultancy opportunities.
Application Closing Date: 15 July 2025
Interviews: 25 July 2025
For further information please email internships@exeter.ac.uk
GBP Scheme Requirements
To be eligible to apply and undertake a GBP role the graduate must meet all of the following criteria:
*To undertake a graduate role through the GBP scheme, you must have either achieved your degree or be in your final year at any UK-based university.
*You must have graduated in the UK within the last 3 years of your most recent degree (we will consider extenuating circumstances of potential applicants that may have prevented them from undertaking a graduate role within 3 years of graduation).
*The University of Exeter is committed to developing an environment which promotes equality of opportunity, values diversity and inclusivity.
*At the time of starting employment, the successful candidate must have permission to work in the UK and evidence must be provided in advance of the appointment. Candidates should continue to have permission for the duration of the GBP contract. This includes British citizens, individuals with an EU Pre-Settlement or EU-Settlement Status; and those with a Graduate Route Visa.
*All graduates need to reside in the UK whilst undertaking this role.
How to apply
Please apply by completing the Internship Application Form (downloadable here: https://bit.ly/3AEthv7), following instructions on the form and returning it to The Internships Team at internships@exeter.ac.uk as an email attachment by the closing date: 15/07/2025. We do not accept CVs so please make sure you send a completed application form.
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