Research Fellow (NIHR Applied Research Collaboration) - 16857

Position Title: Research Fellow, NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) Oxford and Thames Valley
Location: Brunel University of London, Uxbridge Campus
Contract Type: fixed-term until the end of March 2031

We invite applications for a Research Fellow to work in a team based at Brunel University of London delivering a 5-year project ‘Planning and Delivering Social Care Theme’, funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Thames Valley (TV) Applied Research Collaboration (ARC). TV ARC is based within the Department of Psychiatry at Oxford University. The researcher reports to theme Co-leaders Professor Fiona Verity and Dr Wendy Martin.

The focus of the theme is: (1) Collaborative and involves co-design with local communities, third sector organisations and local authorities in North West London; and (2) Applied in creating an evidence-base for social care practice, commissioning decisions and organisational practices. The focus is: Equity and Quality in Care Provision, Prevention in Social Care, and Integrated Hospital / Community Care.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team undertaking high-quality collaborative and applied research in social care, to lead and deliver on key research activities, demonstrate independence and high-level expertise, and work collaboratively with colleagues across the ARC, partner institutions, and research groups. We are interested in applications from researchers with a PhD who have qualitative or quantitative research skills or have skills in both qualitative and quantitative research. The approach to our research is collaborative and participatory requiring a commitment to equality and valuing diversity, engagement and effective communication with local organisations and communities. Social care knowledge is necessary.

We offer a generous annual leave package plus discretionary University closure days, excellent training and development opportunities as well as a great occupational pension scheme and a range of health-related support. The University is committed to a hybrid working approach.

Closing date for applications: Monday, 1st June 2026

Interviews will take place the week of the 15th of June 2026 in person.

For further details about the post including the Job Description and Person Specification and to apply please click the 'Apply' button.

For an informal conversation about the post, please contact Professor Fiona Verity at fiona.verity@brunel.ac.uk or Dr Wendy Martin at wendy.martin@brunel.ac.uk.

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All Applicants should be eligible to live and work in the UK for the duration of any offer of appointment as a Research Fellow.

Brunel University London has a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Our aim is to promote and achieve a fully inclusive workforce to reflect our community.

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