Junior Research Physiotherapist

Haringey GP Federation; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leicester is looking for a Junior Research Physiotherapist. The successful candidate will assist in ongoing studies related to non-pharmacological interventions for respiratory diseases, handling daily trial operations, recruitment, and data analysis under senior researchers' guidance. Candidates should have a BSC in Physiotherapy and be registered with the HCPC. This role offers a pathway into research within a supportive NHS environment.

Qualifications

• BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent required.
• State Registered Physiotherapist with current HCPC registration.
• Evidence of working as part of a team.
• Understanding of research acquired through training.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of trials.
• Contribute to multiple study methodologies.
• Support study recruitment and screening of participants.
• Support data analysis and interpretation.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Knowledge of GCP

Motivation

Problem-solving

Education

BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent

State Registered Physiotherapist with current HCPC registration

Research training

Tools

Excel

SPSS

Job description

Junior Research Physiotherapist

The closing date is 22 January 2026

This role is for a Junior Research Physiotherapist to join the Centre for Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences at the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre- Respiratory. You will be supporting ongoing studies within the department which could include qualitative, quantitative and systematic review methodologies. Studies focus on non-pharmacological interventions in the management of respiratory diseases. You will be responsible for day-to-day running of studies and supervised by senior researchers.

Main duties of the job

To support research projects within the Centre for Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences delivering to time and target. To contribute to study set up, recruitment, data inputting and analysis where applicable. To engage with public and patient involvement groups and work alongside a multidisciplinary team.

About us

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all
• being a great place to work
• partnerships for impact
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate
• we are proud
• we are inclusive
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

Job responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of trials
• Contribute to multiple study methodologies, qualitative, quantitative, systematic reviews.
• Support study recruitment
• Screen and assess participants
• Support data analysis and interpretation
• Support dissemination of results
• Contribute to the day-to-day running of the department.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

• BSC (Hons) Physiotherapy or equivalent
• State Registered Physiotherapist with current HCPC registration
• Evidence of up to date professional portfolio with evidence of CPD and reflective practise
• Member of the Chartered Society for Physiotherapy or other special interest groups
• Research training

Experience

• Evidence of experience of working as part of a team
• Evidence of a wide range of student clinical placements including experience of treating patients with respiratory, orthopaedic, medical and neurological conditionings
• Understanding of research acquired through training, to degree level or additional clinical experience
• Evidence of involvement in research / audit
• Experience of working within an NHS Trust
• Evidence of experience of working with physiotherapy assistants /TI's

Communication and relationship skills

• Evidence of good interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and non-verbal at all levels, in a variety of situations
• Evidence of ability to establish good working relationships and to work within a team
• Previous experience of writing abstracts or papers for publication

Analytical and Judgement skills

• Evidence of ability to evaluate own practise.
• Evidence of personal insight and reflection skills and evidence of awareness of own strengths and weaknesses
• Evidence of ability to clinically reason
• Ability to think strategically both long and short-term
• Problem solving ability

Skills

• Knowledge of GCP (Good Clinical Practice) in relation to research
• A broad understanding of the issues currently affecting Physiotherapy practise, including NHS knowledge Evidence of a commitment to personal development
• Evidence of self-motivation/ enthusiasm and the ability to motivate others
• Knowledge of the research consent process
• Evidence of a basic understanding of current governmental targets and guidelines
• Knowledge of Excel, SPSS or other statistical packages/ databases

Planning and organisation skills

• Evidence of time management skills
• Evidence of ability to plan and prioritise own workload

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the mportance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Other requirements specific to the role

• Enthusiasm for a research career

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust