Principal Research Fellow (NIHR RSS Hub): National Strategic Lead - Methods Development

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in London seeks a Principal Research Fellow to lead methodological development across NIHR RSS hubs. The role involves creating innovative research initiatives and supporting knowledge exchange. Ideal candidates will have expertise in qualitative and mixed-methods research, with strong collaboration skills. This fixed-term role offers competitive benefits, including extensive holiday and a defined benefit pension scheme.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site gym

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay

Qualifications

• Expertise in qualitative research methods and mixed-methods approaches.
• Proven ability to build networks and coordinate complex initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to coordinate and develop methodological research.
• Create innovative research methods initiatives and facilitate Communities of Practice.

Skills

Qualitative Research Methods

Mixed-Methods Approaches

Public Involvement Strategies

Cross-Institutional Collaboration

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Principal Research Fellow (NIHR RSS Hub): National Strategic Lead - Methods Development, London

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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About the role

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Research Support Service (RSS) hub, delivered by Imperial College London (ICL), University College London (UCL), Queen Mary University London (QMUL), and King’s College London (KCL), provides researchers with support, advice, and expertise in clinical and applied health research.

The National Strategic Lead for Methods Development will provide leadership to coordinate and develop methodological research across NIHR RSS hubs. The role involves creating innovative research methods initiatives, facilitating Communities of Practice (CoPs), and supporting knowledge exchange with NIHR panels and funding bodies about emerging methodological advances.

• This is a fixed-term contract with external funding until 30th September.
• This role qualifies for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Applications from international candidates requiring a visa are welcome.

Application Process:

• A full job description and person specification are available at the bottom of this page.
• Please use the personal statement section to explain how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
• For queries regarding the vacancy or application process, contact Professor Greta Rait at [email: ].
• If you require reasonable adjustments or accessible formats to apply online, or have questions about the application process, contact HR at [email: ].

About you

The ideal candidate will have expertise in qualitative research methods, mixed-methods approaches, public and community involvement strategies, and cross-institutional collaboration. Proven ability to build networks, coordinate complex initiatives, and develop strategic frameworks to enhance research methods across the NIHR ecosystem is essential.

What we offer

Benefits include:

• 41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan and expenses
• Relocation scheme for eligible posts
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service