Postdoctoral Research Associate, ESRC ConnectAward (Redeployee and Internal Applicants Only)

City St George's, University of London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff training

Pension scheme

Career development

Job summary

City St George’s, University of London is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Redeployee applicants are preferred and the role focuses on the ESRC ConnectAward programme, supporting high-quality research activities, stakeholder engagement and dissemination of findings.

The post holder will work with academic colleagues and external partners to advance project objectives, strengthen impact and deliver outputs within agreed timescales.

Qualifications

• PhD in Psychology or related discipline.
• Experience conducting qualitative research.
• Experience coordinating research projects and engaging with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct qualitative research and contribute to dissemination of findings.
• Coordinate research activities and timelines with academic colleagues and partners.
• Engage with stakeholders across health, criminal justice, policy or third-sector organisations.

Skills

Qualitative research

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Written/verbal communication

Education

PhD in Psychology or related

Job description

Please note: This role is only open to redeployee applicants at City St George's. Applications from individuals who are not redeployee applicants will not be considered at this time.

City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution. The combined university is now one of the largest higher education destinations for London students, combining a breadth of disciplines across health, business, policy, law, creativity, communications, science and technology. Our students are at the heart of everything that we do, and we are committed to supporting them to pursue their career and personal ambitions.

Our research is engaged, at the frontier of practice and has a positive impact on the world around us.

** Background

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will contribute to the ESRC ConnectAward programme, supporting high-quality research activities, stakeholder engagement and the dissemination of findings. Based within City St George’s, University of London, the post holder will work closely with academic colleagues and external partners to advance the project’s objectives, strengthen research impact and support the delivery of project outputs within agreed timescales.

** Responsibilities

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Psychology or a closely related discipline and will have knowledge of forensic psychology, mental health, personality, self-harm, or interpersonal harm. They will have experience conducting qualitative research, supporting or coordinating academic research projects, and engaging with a range of stakeholders, including those associated with sensitive topics or populations. Experience of stakeholder consultation, co‑production activities, workshops or events, and collaboration with health, criminal justice, policy or third‑sector organisations would be advantageous. The postholder will possess excellent organisational, project management, written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintain accurate records, and demonstrate a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

** Person Specification

The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Psychology or a related discipline and have experience conducting qualitative research, coordinating research projects, and engaging with a range of stakeholders. They will demonstrate excellent organisational, project management and communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Knowledge of forensic psychology, mental health, self-harm or interpersonal harm is desirable, as is experience of co‑production, workshops, sensitive populations, and collaboration with health, criminal justice, policy or third‑sector organisations. Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is essential.

** Additional Information

Closing date for applications: 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm

For more information about the role, please refer to the job description.

The selection process will involve an interview and a presentation. Further details will be confirmed at the interview stage.

City St George’s offers a sector‑leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

We welcome applications regardless of age, caring responsibilities, disability, gender identity, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, pregnancy, race and ethnic origin, religion and belief, sex, sexual orientation and socio‑economic background. City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

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