Job Description

School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences

Full Time, Fixed term until 31 March 2028

The ideal candidate for this Research Associate position will hold a PhD in a field related to obesity or obesity-related disease, with a strong background in exercise physiology and/or metabolism. They will have proven experience conducting clinical research with human participants, including laboratory-based assessments and biochemical sample analysis, alongside competence in advanced quantitative methods, statistical packages (Stata or R), and systematic review/meta-analysis.





The successful applicant will demonstrate an excellent understanding of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and chronic liver disease, as well as evidence of authoring high-quality publications and contributing to research funding applications. Strong organisational, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential, together with the ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and collaborate effectively with colleagues and PhD students.





Phlebotomy training, experience supporting clinical trials, and enthusiasm for contributing to new research ideas, public engagement, and grant development will further distinguish the ideal candidate.





This full-time post is offered on a fixed-term contract until 31st March 2028.





For more information on the role please refer to the and Person Specification.





Informal enquiries should be directed to Dr James King, Reader in Clinical Exercise Science, via email to J.A.King@lboro.ac.uk.





Loughborough University is committed to allowing its employees to work

dynamically with a combination of working on campus and remotely, where possible. This has been identified as a role that could work dynamically and, if successful, your line manager will discuss these informal arrangements with you. Please note that there is a general expectation that the successful candidate will spend the majority of time working on the Loughborough campus.

Our Benefits

At Loughborough, our benefits are designed to support your life inside and outside of work, helping you to thrive and feel valued as part of our community. Examples of our benefits include:

Time off -

generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme

Where you work -

access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park

Financial wellbeing

- competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities

Support for you and your family

- on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options, and a range of family-friendly policies

Health and wellbeing

- discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support

Travel and sustainability

- access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting

Discover more about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University.