Research Coordinator

About us:

The post will be based in the Centre for Mental Health Policy and Evaluation (CMHPE) at King’s College London. The Centre is home to a team of expert implementation and improvement science researchers, including health economists and statisticians. This team investigates how best to ‘implement’ evidence-based practice and clinical research within health services in south London, nationally and internationally. The team studies the role of healthcare professionals, managers, commissioners of health services and policymakers as well as organisational structures and processes to try to understand why health services don’t always offer the safest, most effective treatments and ways of working.

CMHPE is based in the Department of Health Service & Population Research (HSPR) whose main goal is to conduct world-leading research and education using the social and health sciences to better understand and to improve health outcomes, systems, and care, both locally and globally, particularly in disadvantaged and marginalised populations. 

About the role:

To lead and deliver impactful public health projects and evaluations that promote health equity, stakeholder collaboration, and sustainable research practices. The post holder will manage and support high-priority initiatives, including the South East London Quality Improvement (SEL QI) Collaborative, South London Evaluation Advice Clinic (SLEAC), NHS South West London Research Engagement Network (SWL REN) Project and NHS South West London Research Support Network (SWL RSN), ensuring robust evaluation, effective stakeholder engagement, and strategic outcomes.

This is a part time post (28 hours per week), and you will be offered a fixed term contract until 31.03.2026.

About you: 

Essential criteria

• MSc in Public Health or related discipline
• Demonstrable experience in leading public health research and evaluation projects
• Proven ability to engage diverse stakeholders and foster collaboration across sectors
• Good qualitative and quantitative research skills, including NVivo and STATA proficiency
• Excellent organisational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities effectively
• Experience in community-centered health initiatives promoting equity and inclusivity
• Commitment to professional development and fostering a collaborative work environment

Desirable criteria

• Familiarity with NHS and integrated care systems
• Experience in securing funding for public health initiatives
• Proficiency in using innovative approaches to promote diversity and inclusivity in research
• Demonstrated ability to mentor or train junior colleagues or peer researchers
• Knowledge of King's College London policies and processes

Further information:

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

Interviews are due to be held on Monday 22nd September 2025.

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