Senior Post Doctoral Research Associate in Rural and Coastal Health x2

Please note, this post is permanent and full-time at 1 FTE.

Are you passionate about tackling health inequalities in rural and coastal communities? The Lincoln Institute for Rural and Coastal Health (LIRCH) at the University of Lincoln are seeking two ambitious Senior Post Doctoral Research Associate's to join our expanding multidisciplinary team.

The Senior Research Associate will develop and sustain a dynamic programme of research focused on the unique challenges faced by rural and coastal populations. Working closely with leading researchers across health and care and engaging local people throughout the research lifecycle; both posts are independent researchers at the forefront of rural and coastal health and wellbeing.

The Senior Research Associate will:

• Lead and deliver high-impact research projects
• Develop publication profile and secure external research funding
• Manage research assistants and associates, and supervise research students
• Contribute to curriculum development and the advancement of relevant discipline areas
• Collaborate with partners, healthcare providers, community groups, and other institutions to foster impactful research partnerships

About You

You will have a strong track record of independent research with experience in rural, coastal, or health inequalities. You are proactive, collaborative, and committed to making real world impact within health and care.

About Us

LIRCH is the UK’s first integrated, multidisciplinary research institute dedicated to rural and coastal health. Backed by £10.9 million from Research England’s Expanding Excellence in England (E3) fund, we are undergoing significant growth, recruiting over twenty new research positions and building a robust technical and professional services team.

At the University of Lincoln, our research transforms lives and communities. We are proud recipients of the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher Education (2023) and are located in the heart of one of the world’s great historic cities.

What We Offer

• A vibrant, supportive, and expanding research environment
• Opportunities for career development and progression
• The chance to shape the future of rural and coastal health research

We have two posts available. Both CHS268 and CHS269 are permanent and full-time at 1 FTE.

For informal enquiries and more information about these exciting opportunities, and an information session we will be holding please contact Professor Mark Gussy at MGussy@lincoln.ac.uk.

Further details:

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Job Description and Person Specification

You can find out more about working at Lincoln, and everything that we have to offer, at: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/

We strive for a diverse workforce with the very best employees and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. The University encourages applications from underrepresented groups inclusive of Black, Asian and other minoritised/marginalised ethnic groups, all gender identities and expressions from the LGBTQIA+ community, candidates with a disability, and those that practise different faiths and beliefs, to enhance our One Community where we strive to be kind, patient, and supportive of each other.

Please note: If you think you may require a visa to work in the UK, please refer to UK Visas and Immigration or UK Visas – Information for Prospective Staff before embarking upon an application, to ensure that you understand the requirements for sponsorship. You may be eligible to work in the UK via other alternative visa routes such as the Global Talent Visa or by having Settlement / ILR; please refer to the UK Visas pages above for further details.

Closing Date: Sunday 11 January 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed

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