Research Assistants in Biophilic Design and Sleep Quality

We are looking for three Research Assistants to support exciting research in biophilic design and sleep quality. To undertake research activities, including questionnaire development, survey administration, data collection and analysis, and the application of quantitative research methods to support project objectives and outputs.

Key Responsibilities

- Support research activities focused on biophilic built environments, psychology and user experience evaluation.
- Design, administer and analyse questionnaires and surveys to collect user feedback and behavioural data.
- Undertake data collection, processing and analysis using statistical and machine learning tools.
- Contribute to literature reviews, fieldwork and other research activities in line with project objectives.
- Maintain accurate research records, datasets and documentation, ensuring data quality and integrity.
- Support the administration and organisation of research projects, including communication with internal and external stakeholders.
- Share relevant findings and information with the research team and contribute to project meetings.
- Keep knowledge and skills up to date through continuous professional development.

This role offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative research exploring how biophilic design influences occupant wellbeing and experience within the built environment.

About You

You will have a degree (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline such as Building Design, Psychology, or a related field, together with an understanding of research methods and techniques within building design and virtual reality modelling.

You will be confident using specialist software and research tools, with experience of data collection, analysis and interpretation. Experience working with platforms such as Revit, Unity, or EEG data collection systems would be advantageous, alongside strong bibliographic research skills and the ability to utilise electronic library resources effectively.

The successful candidate will be able to gather, organise and manage research information from a range of sources, maintain accurate records, and support research projects to agreed objectives and deadlines. You will have good problem-solving skills, including the ability to resolve routine issues independently and escalate more complex challenges when required. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a research team are essential.

Benefits

- 30–35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata.
- Hybrid working — a mixture of office working and working from home.
- Flexibility — open to different working patterns and approaches.
- Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
- Access to a wealth of formal and informal professional development opportunities.
- Range of health and wellbeing services, including a Health Cash Plan, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.