Research development volunteers

What it’s like to be a Research development volunteer?

Our Research development volunteers ensure that any research projects we are involved with are well designed and focus on the needs of people living with epilepsy.  They can be involved with a variety of projects or aspects of research including:

• Working with researchers to plan and design their projects
• Commenting on research materials such as information leaflets and questionnaires
• Helping to spread the news of research results and outcomes

Focus groups were asked questions as part of the research and I was one of the volunteers who reviewed the questions ensuring they made sense, were acceptable, and were the right questions to be asked.

I found being involved in this project was a good use of my experience both as a patient and Epilepsy Action volunteer.”

What support will I receive?

You’ll have a dedicated volunteer supervisor who is there to support you, offer any help or guidance you need. Role specific training will be provided throughout your volunteering with us. This will include some e-learning from home using our online induction.

Who can volunteer in this role?

Anyone with a connection to epilepsy, you don’t have to have epilepsy yourself, you could be a partner, family member, close friend or healthcare professional.  Previous volunteer experience is not required.

This is a really flexible role that can fit easily around all lifestyles. You’ll be able to give your time when it suits you.

This volunteer role is open to anyone over the age of 18, living in the UK. We welcome people from all backgrounds and with all interests.

From applying, through to getting started as a volunteer, the process couldn’t be simpler.