Senior Research Assistant/Research Fellow

University of Southampton Malaysia; Southampton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a talented researcher in the School of Health Sciences. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on developing a communication guide for physiotherapists to enhance self-management support for older individuals with long-term conditions. This role involves qualitative research, stakeholder workshops, and collaboration with a diverse team. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in qualitative research and a keen understanding of applied health research. Flexible working patterns are offered, making this a great chance to contribute to impactful health initiatives.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Standard DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in qualitative research and social science applied health research.
• Ability to work independently with meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative research including observations and interviews.
• Gain ethical approvals and recruit participants for studies.

Skills

Qualitative Research

Social Science Applied Health Research

Data Analysis

Written English

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

An exciting opportunity is available for a talented researcher to join the large and successful School of Health Sciences at the University of Southampton. You will join a multidisciplinary team developing a communication guide delivered by physiotherapists to improve self-management support for older people living with multiple long-term conditions and their carers in the home setting.

The work involves conducting qualitative research (observations of physiotherapy practice, interviews with patients and carers, focus groups with physiotherapists) to explore experiences of self-management support, stakeholder workshops to co-produce the intervention, and initial evaluation in practice. Responsibilities include gaining ethical approvals, recruiting participants, conducting qualitative work, analyzing data, and writing for publication. Collaboration with PPI and a multidisciplinary team is essential.

You need experience in qualitative research and a good understanding of social science applied health research. Ability to work independently and efficiently, with excellent written English and meticulous attention to detail, is required.

We offer flexible working patterns. A standard DBS check is necessary.

Applicants working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD are encouraged to apply. The title of Research Fellow will be awarded upon PhD completion; prior to that, the position is Senior Research Assistant.

For discussion, contact Dr. Euan Sadler at [e-mail]. Interviews are scheduled for 16th June 2025. The position begins on 1st September 2025.