Postdoctoral Researcher - Healthtech Research

Location: Woodstock Road, Oxford

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to perform an exciting role supporting the delivery of the NIHR Policy Research Programme ‘Promoting Equity in Medical Device Use During Pregnancy (PROMISE)’ project together with a range of healthtech development and evaluation work across the themes of the NIHR HealthTech Research Centre (HRC) in Community Healthcare.

Within PROMISE, the postholder will lead the conclusion and write up of a number of rapid reviews of evidence for device performance during pregnancy that will be complemented by qualitative interviews, surveys and ethnographic approaches carried out by other members of the team. PROMISE has the potential to yield real world impact, as the project will define key actions for policymakers in maternal care.

The postholder’s remaining time will be spent employing mixed methods approaches in support of the projects of the different HRC themes. We expect the postholder to have opportunities to lead on projects and to explore their own research interests within the constraints and operational priorities of the HRC’s programme of work.

You will be working under the supervision of Professor Gail Hayward and Dr Philip Turner within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences.

You will have a PhD/DPhil (or be near completion) in a relevant subject. You will have experience delivering systematic reviews and in evaluating interventions. You will have the ability to coordinate and deliver multiple projects or workstreams and the ability to work independently and in teams. You will also have excellent communication skills in both spoken and written English.

To succeed in this post, you will have a keen interest in the application of mixed methods, working with clinical teams to evaluate and implement new technologies, and maternal and primary care research. You will be highly motivated and enthusiastic about working collaboratively with researchers from different disciplines and organisations.

You will be based in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Gibson Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but you may be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager.

The position is offered full-time, although part-time working, with a minimum 0.7FTE, will be considered. It is available for 18 months in the first instance.

Potential applicants who would like to discuss the post are welcome to contact Prof Gail Hayward or Dr Philip Turner via their PA Claire at claire.meadows@phc.ox.ac.uk.

“Committed to equality and valuing diversity”

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Thursday 20 August 2026.

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 14 September 2026.

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