Research Associate, Clinical Research, Research Scientist

This post is full time, 35 hours per week and is fixed term until 04 December 2026.

We are seeking to appoint a talented Research Associate to provide support for an industry‑funded project to assess novel nutraceutical formulations. The postholder will work with Professor Mohammed Gulrez Zariwala, Professor Vinood Patel, Dr Rumy Begum and other external project partners. They will contribute to the day‑to‑day running of the research project, including participant scheduling, data collection, analysis and dissemination of relevant project outcomes.

The project aims to assess the ability of nutritional supplement products to regulate post‑prandial glucose levels using a variety of research methods, including both biochemical and cellular assays.

The postholder will be part of the Centre for Nutraceuticals, within the School of Life Sciences. The Centre for Nutraceuticals is a global, first‑of‑its‑kind initiative in the area of nutraceuticals, supplements and functional foods, acting as a catalyst for improving health and wellbeing guided by research, innovation and partnerships with sector‑leading organisations.

The postholder will work in a dynamic environment within our state‑of‑the‑art facilities in Central London, supported by a multidisciplinary team of colleagues.

• Schedule participants.
• Analyse biomarkers by immunoassays.
• Conduct biochemical analysis.
• Collect data.
• Provide effective administrative and office support services.
• Keep accurate records, maintain study documentation and input and analyse data using appropriate statistical packages, and prepare reports summarising the work.

Candidates should possess a degree or equivalent in human nutrition, physiology or a related biomedical/life sciences field. A relevant postgraduate qualification, experience and an interest in nutraceuticals, formulation design and sports science will be an advantage. Candidates are expected to have good communication skills and a willingness to work collaboratively within a team with shared aims and goals.

For informal enquiries about the role, please contact:

• Professor Gulrez Zariwala ()
• Professor Vinood Patel ()
• Dr Rumy Begum ()

To apply for this vacancy, please click above. Further information can be found in the job description and person specification, which can be accessed through the link below.

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Closing date: midnight on 03 February 2026

Interviews are likely to be held on: 11 February 2026

Administrative contact (for queries only): R