67 Research Assistant jobs in the United Kingdom

Research Assistant – Central London – Diagnostics

About the Company:

We are looking for a master’s graduate with a strong academic performance in Chemistry or Physics (physical sciences) to join a diagnostics start up in central London. You will use your previously developed lab skills to impact the company and its technology.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute R&D projects, implementing laboratory protocols (e.g., assay development, microarray printing, surface chemistry, microfluidics, analysis).
• Manage biological and clinical samples, ensuring quality control of reagents and materials.
• Conduct data analysis, maintain accurate records, and ensure reliability of results.
• Support equipment maintenance, inventory management, and laboratory compliance.
• Present findings, contribute to team meetings, and promote the company’s reputation.
• Perform administrative tasks and attend relevant meetings.
• Comply with company policies (e.g., H&S, quality, information security, IP).
• Undertake training and development as required.
• Carry out other duties as directed by line manager.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Physics with a strong academic performance.
• Experience working in a biologics research laboratory from academia or industry.
• Experience conducting research.
• Experience of assays and ideally assay development.
• Experience with standard analytical techniques.
• The ability to work collaboratively and well in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage your workload.

Research Assistant – Central London – Diagnostics

About the Company:

We are looking for a master’s graduate with a strong academic performance in Chemistry or Physics (physical sciences) to join a diagnostics start up in central London. You will use your previously developed lab skills to impact the company and its technology.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute R&D projects, implementing laboratory protocols (e.g., assay development, microarray printing, surface chemistry, microfluidics, analysis).
• Manage biological and clinical samples, ensuring quality control of reagents and materials.
• Conduct data analysis, maintain accurate records, and ensure reliability of results.
• Support equipment maintenance, inventory management, and laboratory compliance.
• Present findings, contribute to team meetings, and promote the company’s reputation.
• Perform administrative tasks and attend relevant meetings.
• Comply with company policies (e.g., H&S, quality, information security, IP).
• Undertake training and development as required.
• Carry out other duties as directed by line manager.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Physics with a strong academic performance.
• Experience working in a biologics research laboratory from academia or industry.
• Experience conducting research.
• Experience of assays and ideally assay development.
• Experience with standard analytical techniques.
• The ability to work collaboratively and well in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage your workload.

Research Assistant – Central London – Diagnostics

About the Company:

We are looking for a master’s graduate with a strong academic performance in Chemistry or Physics (physical sciences) to join a diagnostics start up in central London. You will use your previously developed lab skills to impact the company and its technology.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute R&D projects, implementing laboratory protocols (e.g., assay development, microarray printing, surface chemistry, microfluidics, analysis).
• Manage biological and clinical samples, ensuring quality control of reagents and materials.
• Conduct data analysis, maintain accurate records, and ensure reliability of results.
• Support equipment maintenance, inventory management, and laboratory compliance.
• Present findings, contribute to team meetings, and promote the company’s reputation.
• Perform administrative tasks and attend relevant meetings.
• Comply with company policies (e.g., H&S, quality, information security, IP).
• Undertake training and development as required.
• Carry out other duties as directed by line manager.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Physics with a strong academic performance.
• Experience working in a biologics research laboratory from academia or industry.
• Experience conducting research.
• Experience of assays and ideally assay development.
• Experience with standard analytical techniques.
• The ability to work collaboratively and well in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage your workload.

Research Assistant – Central London – Diagnostics

About the Company:

We are looking for a master’s graduate with a strong academic performance in Chemistry or Physics (physical sciences) to join a diagnostics start up in central London. You will use your previously developed lab skills to impact the company and its technology.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute R&D projects, implementing laboratory protocols (e.g., assay development, microarray printing, surface chemistry, microfluidics, analysis).
• Manage biological and clinical samples, ensuring quality control of reagents and materials.
• Conduct data analysis, maintain accurate records, and ensure reliability of results.
• Support equipment maintenance, inventory management, and laboratory compliance.
• Present findings, contribute to team meetings, and promote the company’s reputation.
• Perform administrative tasks and attend relevant meetings.
• Comply with company policies (e.g., H&S, quality, information security, IP).
• Undertake training and development as required.
• Carry out other duties as directed by line manager.

Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Chemistry or Physics with a strong academic performance.
• Experience working in a biologics research laboratory from academia or industry.
• Experience conducting research.
• Experience of assays and ideally assay development.
• Experience with standard analytical techniques.
• The ability to work collaboratively and well in a team.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise and manage your workload.

Opportunity Overview

We are seeking a Smart Energy Research Assistant to join our dynamic team at Energy House Labs. This role will primarily support the Smart Meters > Smart Homes Lab (SMSHL) projects but will also involve collaboration with other labs and external fieldwork as required. The successful candidate will have knowledge and experience in IoT and control systems’ hardware and software configuration, and will apply their skills to digital energy applications, building energy performance, and other related areas.

Key Responsibilities  

• Assist with data collection and analysis for research and commercial projects.
• Contribute to the lab's research activities and participate in ongoing research projects.
• Ensure adherence to contractual, legal, and financial processes with the support of internal services.
• Support the SMSHL lead in managing and operating the lab's facilities 6.
• Provide informed feedback to stakeholders and disseminate technical and business information.

About the Department

Energy House Laboratories, part of the School of Science, Engineering and Environment, focuses on delivering net zero and low energy buildings and products, as well as a wide range of digital energy services and applications for the domestic sector.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences.  Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts
• Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life. 
• Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to

Job Description

The Role  

At Emteq Labs, we’re developing the next generation of wearable technology to understand human emotions and behaviour in real time. Our newest product, Sense Lite, combines smart glasses and an app to help people improve their dietary habits and emotional wellbeing through real-time insights. 

We are looking for a Product Research Assistant to help us bring this revolutionary product to consumers and professionals, gather feedback, and share insights with our product and design teams. 

You’ll play a key role in organising and supporting user studies, from recruiting participants to capturing their experiences, and in communicating what we learn through reports, blog posts, and social media. 

This is an ideal opportunity for someone early in their career who is curious about how technology can improve wellbeing, enjoys talking to people, and wants to gain hands-on experience in research and product development. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Participant Recruitment: Build and maintain lists of professionals and potential participants and manage outreach campaigns. 
• Study Coordination: Organise usability and experience tests, including scheduling, participant communication, and logistics. 
• Data Collection: Support research sessions, take structured notes, and capture participant feedback. 
• Insight Reporting: Summarise findings and share clear, actionable feedback with the wider team. 
• Content Creation: Write blogs, articles, and short social media posts about the product, user insights, and wellbeing topics. 
• Community Engagement: Support collaborations with professionals (e.g. dietitians, wellness coaches) and help grow our user community. 

What We’re Looking For  

We’re looking for someone who is hardworking and combines strong people skills with curiosity and initiative. The ideal candidate enjoys both research and communication. 

Must-Have Skills

• Some experience or education in UX research, psychology, nutrition, behavioural science, or related fields. 
• Confident communicator, comfortable speaking with participants and professionals. 
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. 

Desirable Skills

• Understanding of eating behaviours, wellbeing, or digital health. 
• Experience running interviews or usability tests. 
• Familiarity with content creation or basic social media management. 
• Interest in wearable technology or human–computer interaction. 

Personal Attributes  

• You’re approachable, empathetic, and enjoy working with people. 
• You’re curious and keen to learn new tools and research methods. 
• You take initiative, spot opportunities for improvement, and share ideas freely. 
• You can work independently but also enjoy being part of a collaborative team. 

The role is based in Brighton, with a salary of £24,000–£28,000 per year , depending on experience. 

About Emteq  

Emteq Labs is a UK-based leader in emotion AI and wearable sensing, with operations in the US and Europe. Our patented optomyography (OMG) technology captures the subtle dynamics of facial muscle activity through lightweight smart glasses. By combining this with advanced AI, we are pioneering new applications in weight management, emotional wellness, healthcare, and human–computer interaction. 

With over 27 patents, a foundation of peer-reviewed science, and partnerships across academia and industry, we are uniquely positioned at the forefront of the emotion AI revolution. 

This role is based at our offices in Falmer, near Brighton, with a hybrid working model, and is ideal for a graduate or early-career professional looking to grow their skills in UX research, health technology, and product engagement.