Research Associate in Pain, Autism and Digital Health at Ulster University

Position Research Associate in Pain, Autism and Digital Health
Posted 15 Jun 2026
Expired 15 Jul 2026
Company Ulster University
Location Belfast | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Title: Research Associate in Pain, Autism and Digital Health

School: School of Health Sciences - Faculty of Life and Health Sciences

Campus: Any

Salary: £33,020 pro rata

(Part-Time 17.5 hours per week/Fixed term until 1 January 2028)

Closing Date: 23 June 2026

Reference Number: 042726

- ABOUT US -

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland.

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

- THE ROLE -

To support and lead the delivery of qualitative, quantitative and patient and public involvement (PPI) components of a funded mixed-methods feasibility study. The Research Associate will lead participant recruitment and consent, conduct qualitative interviews with autistic individuals, coordinate co-design workshops with the PPI steering group, and support Phase 2 feasibility data collection, contributing to the development of an autism-adapted digital self-management intervention for headaches.

- ABOUT YOU -

- PhD (awarded or near completion with thesis submitted) in a relevant discipline (e.g. health sciences, psychology, public health, allied health, or related field).

- Experience of conducting qualitative research, including semi-structured interviews and qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

- Experience of working with autistic individuals and/or neurodivergent populations or those with communication differences in research, clinical, or applied health contexts.

Please find our employee benefits on our website.

Ulster University holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing Gender equality in higher education. You can read more about what this means on our University website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.


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Job Info:

  • Company: Ulster University
  • Position: Research Associate in Pain, Autism and Digital Health
  • Work Location: Belfast
  • Country: GB

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