Research Assistant – Content and Implementation
We are seeking a Research Assistant to lead content development and research implementation.
Join a pioneering research team and help shape the future for autistic people.
Position: Research Assistant – Content and Implementation
Salary: £30,000-£35,000
Location: UK-based (remote with occasional travel)
Hours: Full-time (4-day working week)
Contract: Fixed-term, March 2025 – October 2026
Closing Date: 23:59, Tuesday 04 March 2025
Interviews: 06-13 March 2025.
About the Role:
As Research Assistant – Content and Implementation, you will play a key role in developing content for the Autistica Tips Hub to support autistic people and families, and professional across different sectors. You’ll translate scientific research into accessible content and supporting public engagement initiatives. Your work will directly contribute to improving employment opportunities, creating neuroinclusive spaces, and informing evidence-based treatments for anxiety.
You will lead one major project (60%) developing content and insights, ensuring research findings are effectively communicated to autistic individuals, families, and professionals. The remaining time (40%) will be spent supporting a variety of research projects alongside the wider science team.
Key responsibilities include:
- Creating plain language summaries of neurodiversity research for public and professional audiences.
- Managing and updating content on the Autistica Tips Hub app (basic technical knowledge required).
- Collaborating with the app development team and external partners to optimise resource organisation.
- Engaging with community advisors and partners to shape research outputs.
- Ensuring ethical and inclusive involvement of diverse communities in research.
- Supporting applied research using mixed methods such as delphi, surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
- Using statistical analysis (R, SPSS, STATA) to generate insights for stakeholders.
- Managing multiple project strands, ensuring key milestones and targets are met.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about turning research into real-world impact.
About You:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented researcher with excellent communication skills.
Essential skills and experience include:
- A degree in Psychology, Sociology, Health, Social Care, or Mental Health (fully awarded).
- At least one year of experience in a research assistant role.
- Ability to translate complex scientific research into accessible content.
- Experience in community co-production and public engagement.
- Strong theoretical knowledge of neurodivergence and neurodevelopmental conditions like autism, ADHD, and co-occurring conditions.
- Strong knowledge of mixed methods research in autism and neurodiversity.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data science (R, SPSS, or STATA).
- Strong project management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
- A self-motivated and adaptable approach to working in an agile research environment.
If you are passionate about bridging the gap between research and real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Organisation:
You will be working for the UK’s leading autism research charity. They collaborate with neurodivergent communities, researchers, the NHS, and industry partners to drive breakthroughs that help autistic people live happier, healthier, and longer lives.
The charity is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from underrepresented backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Research Officer, Science Communications Specialist, Content Development Manager, Behavioural Researcher, or Community Engagement Officer. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
