Professor in Applied Health Research

University of Reading; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Reading seeks a leader to enhance innovative research and teaching in the School of Pharmacy. The role involves leading health research, mentoring, and contributing to clinical education. The successful candidate will have a strong research portfolio and the ability to drive impactful research.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion support

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Demonstrable research portfolio.
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Pursue personal research programme in health research.
• Provide leadership and mentorship within the research team.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Research

Job description

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

The closing date for applications is 23.59 on 16th June 2025

Interview date - TBC

Role Overview

To provide leadership and contribute to the development of innovative research and teaching within the Reading School of Pharmacy (RSoP) and the wider School of Chemistry, Food and Pharmacy.

Research Focus

Research at RSoP revolves around the following priority areas:

• Medicines safety, health behaviours, and health services
• Neurological disorders
• Molecules and tools for health
• Infectious, non-communicable, neglected tropical diseases
• Cardiovascular and metabolic disorders

Responsibilities

The post holder will pursue a personal research programme in the general area of health research, publish outcomes in outlets of international standing, and ensure research impacts clinical practice and/or policy. They will provide leadership and mentorship to inform strategic research growth within the Health Services research team. Contributions to clinical education and training are also expected.

Candidate Profile

The successful applicant will have a demonstrable research portfolio, the ability to lead and collaborate effectively, support change, and produce impactful research. Opportunities include taking on additional leadership and administrative roles and engaging in professional development.

Please see the job description and personal specification for further details.

Contact Information

For more information, please contact:

Contact Name: Professor Katrina Bicknell

Contact Job Title: Head of Pharmacy

Contact Email: [e-mail]

Additional Information

The University is committed to diversity and inclusion, supports the Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time, and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Salary will be within the Professorial range and subject to negotiation.