Job Description

School/Section
Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition
Division
Institute of Applied Health Sciences
Staff Category
Academic
Position Type
Part Time
Grade
Grade 6
Salary
pro rata
Ref No
ACE003A
Closing Date
15-OCT-2025

The Aberdeen Centre for Evaluation (ACE)'s specific aims are to work for the implementation of better health and social care, identify developments within health and social care that are effective, efficient and high quality, and explore and understand experiences of health and social care.


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This work is underpinned by the Centre undertaking work with patient and public partners, undertaking capacity building, education and training, using and developing interdisciplinary approaches and leading the way with the development and implementation of new and innovative methodological approaches.


We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Programmer to join our experienced team of clinical trial programmers at the Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials (CHaRT). CHaRT, part of the Aberdeen Centre for Evaluation (ACE) at the University of Aberdeen, is a leader in UK clinical trials. The programming team plays a vital role in impactful research by providing programming support and data management for multi-centre healthcare randomised trials and other research studies. This includes tasks such as preparing randomisation schedules, setting up databases and online applications for data collection, and supporting the conduct of studies (e.g. monitoring recruitment and scheduling participant follow-ups). These trials focus on comparing different forms of healthcare.


This role provides an opportunity to collaborate with colleagues in CHaRT and ACE to deliver high-quality work addressing important research questions, while also offering excellent opportunities for continued professional development (CPD).


Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6 scale, 53.33% of 38,249-45,413 per annum, pro rata, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.


Informal enquiries should be made to Mark Forrest, Senior IT Development Manager (01224 438188 / mmforrest@abdn.ac.uk).


In accordance with the UKVI immigration rules, it is with regret that this role DOES NOT MEET THE SALARY REQUIREMENTS for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. For this role, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment and obtain the right to work in the UK. Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.


To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs


Job Reference Number: ACE003A


The closing date for the receipt of applications is 15 October 2025


The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.


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Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.


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