Research Associate
- Upavon, Wiltshire
- 6th May 2019
Employer: Army, MOD
Reference: HQ_ARITC_RA
Salary: from 20,000
Contract: Full time,Contract
Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated graduate exercise physiologist to join a human sciences research team investigating the acute and chronic physiological responses to military training.
The post holders will be required to assist with the co-ordination of applied military physiology research projects in the areas of nutrition, musculoskeletal injury, and sleep and well-being. Responsibilities include providing support to field studies, performing data analysis, contributing to publications and undertaking other administrative duties as necessary to support the research team. The post holders may also be required to assist in the supervision of undergraduate university students during field research. Flexible working, travel and some overnight stays will be required as necessary to support the research.
The successful candidate will have a BSc and MSc in Sport and Exercise Science or similar (Sports Nutrition or Exercise Physiology) and be competent in undertaking human physiological research. A full UK driving licence is required.
Please apply by submitting a covering letter and CV, or for an informal chat contact: Dr Alex Rawcliffe (email: Alex.Rawcliffe103@mod.gov.uk or tel: 01980 615764) or Dr Rachel Izard (Tel 01980 618996).
The post is for 11 months from start date.