Research Associate in Health Inequalities

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Research Associate in Health Inequalities. This full-time position involves conducting vital research to address health disparities through quantitative and qualitative methods. You will collaborate with diverse stakeholders, map existing evidence, and develop impactful proposals for research funding. Join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to improving health equity and making a difference in communities locally and globally. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful research initiatives within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Postdoctoral research associate with expertise in health inequalities.
• Experience in mapping evidence on health disparity policies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evidence synthesis and develop research proposals.
• Draft protocols and papers related to health inequalities.

Skills

Quantitative Research Methods

Qualitative Research Methods

Evidence Synthesis

Proposal Development

Education

PhD in Public Health or related field

Job description

Research Associate in Health Inequalities

Applications are invited for the role of Research Associate in Health Inequalities at The University of Manchester.

The university has established Healthier Futures, a new research platform aimed at addressing health inequalities. This initiative brings together a multidisciplinary community from across the university and external stakeholders to:

• Provide an integrated view of research efforts aimed at reducing health inequalities, serving as a 'front door' for partners and funders.
• Develop strategies for Manchester to be a leading partner in health equity research.
• Co-produce research and develop new questions with stakeholders, including communities experiencing health disparities and local governments.
• Stimulate interdisciplinary research to leverage external funding.
• Drive impactful research to address health inequalities locally, nationally, or globally.

We seek a postdoctoral research associate interested in health inequalities with skills in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. The successful candidate will map existing evidence on policies aimed at reducing health disparities, conduct evidence synthesis, develop proposals for research funding, and draft protocols and papers.

The appointee will work under Professor Dame Nicky Cullum (Line Manager) within the Division of Nursing, Midwifery and Social Work, School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health. This is a full-time, office-based position at the University of Manchester campus on Oxford Road.

We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. We support flexible and blended working arrangements. Please note that we do not accept CVs or applications from recruitment agencies.

For enquiries about the vacancy, contact:
Name: Nicky Cullum
Email: [e-mail]

For general enquiries:
Email: [e-mail]

Technical support:
Jobtrain: 0161 850 2004
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This vacancy closes at midnight on the specified deadline. Please see the further particulars document linked below for person specification criteria.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Higher Education