Research Associate (Two Posts Available) or Research Fellow: NIHR Older People And Frailty Policy Research Unit

Job reference: BMH-020681
Location: Manchester
Closing date: 03/01/2023
Salary: £34,308 to £42,155 (RA) OR £43,414 to £53,353 (RF) per annum, depending on relevant experience
Employment type: Fixed Term
Faculty/Organisation: Biology, Medicine Health
Division: Division of Nursing, Midwifery & Social Work
Hours per week: Full Time
Contract Duration: From 1 February 2023 until 31 December 2023
School / Directorate: School of Health Sciences

This job description is for three positions spanning both Research Associate (2 posts) and Research Fellow (1 post). As members of the team the appointee(s) will work on a variety of reviews (using a variety of review techniques) and research projects using quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. The post holder(s) will also engage in our Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) and other Stakeholder Engagement programmes.

The job skills for this post include research project management, strong skills in undertaking literature reviews, and good understanding and experience of both quantitative and qualitative research methods applicable to health and social care policy research. Good interpersonal communication skills are essential for communicating with colleagues across the OPFPRU and with policy stakeholders, as well as for involvement in PPIE and work with other stakeholders.

The successful candidates will work closely with a number of members of the OPFPRU team on specific reviews and projects. The post-holder(s) will be line managed on a day-to day basis by senior colleagues within the OPFPRU but will report to Prof Chris Todd the OPFPRU Director, working with Jane McDermott Head of Operations and Strategic Collaboration, who will ensure that all the OPFPRU milestones and deliverables are met on time and to target. The post holder will have office space in Jean McFarlane Building, although we are currently working a hybrid model which includes home working and are happy to discuss flexible working options. There will be further support from a variety of health and social scientists across the PRU's partner sites.

These positions would ideally suit candidates who have undertaken postgraduate research training in health or social or psychological sciences with experience in systematic and/or other robust literature review methods, alongside using quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with the OPFPRU partners and in a thriving research environment at The University of Manchester.

When applying please indicate whether you are applying for Research Fellow or Research Associate Grade, or that you would be willing to be considered for either grade.

Interviews for all posts will be held on Wednesday 11th January 2023.

The School/Department is strongly committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for gender equality in higher education. The School/Department holds a Silver Award which recognises their good practice in relation to gender; including flexible working arrangements, family-friendly policies, and support to allow staff achieve a good work-life balance. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post. All appointment will be made on merit. For further information, please visit: https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/about/equality/.

Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here.

Blended working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Name: Professor Chris Todd
Email: chris.todd@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:
Email: People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

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