Research Fellow (part time)

The successful candidate of this exciting new post will work on phase one of the INVEST project; developing a digital hub for those undergoing dialysis. The successful candidate will become an active member of the research team assisting in the planning, delivery and dissemination of the study so that the overall research objectives of the project are met.

The post will involve conducting research which aims to explore ways to improve the psychosocial experiences of dialysis and identify potential digital partners based on exploratory work and strategic fit. The successful candidate will also be expected to write academic papers, present at conferences and work within a multidisciplinary team and external organisations and charities.

The post is part time, 0.4 FTE.

About the person:

Candidates must have:

• Have, or be about to obtain* a PhD in a relevant social science or healthcare discipline closely aligned with (*must be obtained within 3 months of the closing date for the post)
• Significant, relevant research experience
• Proven ability to manage a research project
• Experience using SPSS and also qualitative data analysis software.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.

Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

What we offer:

Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities. We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more at www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/HumanResources/pay-reward-and-benefits

Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality.

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