Research Associate

University of Sunderland; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking a Research Associate for a 30-month fixed-term contract focused on early diagnosis of prostate cancer for Black men. The role involves managing a research project, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and effectively communicating findings to diverse audiences. Candidates should possess a PhD (or be near completion) in public health or a relevant field, alongside extensive health research experience. The position offers a range of benefits, including pension enrollment and annual leave entitlement.

Benefits

Pension scheme enrolment

Discounted private medical insurance

Annual leave of 36 days

Qualifications

• PhD in public health or a related social science field preferred.
• Extensive experience in health research involving cancer or health inequalities.
• Strong trial management background advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage research project activities including intervention delivery.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Support trial management activities and contribute to project documentation.
• Communicate research outcomes to various audiences.

Skills

Health research experience

Quantitative research skills

Qualitative research skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD (or near completion) in public health or related field

Job description

Research Associate – Encouraging Early Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer for Black Men (PROCAN‑B+ Study)

Position: Research Associate (fixed‑term, 30‑month contract starting 1 March 2026).
Applications are accepted only through the University of Sunderland’s job portal; CVs are not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver all aspects of the research project, including intervention delivery, data collection, data analysis and data dissemination.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team comprising academic, clinical and community partners.
• Support trial management activities and contribute to project reports, manuscripts and presentations.
• Communicate research progress and outcomes to diverse audiences, including stakeholders and the public.

Qualifications

• PhD (or near completion) in public health or a related social science field (e.g., health psychology, sociology, anthropology). Biomedical laboratory sciences are excluded.
• Extensive experience in health research, preferably involving cancer, screening and/or health inequalities.
• Demonstrated background in trial management is advantageous.
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present research findings to varied audiences.

Benefits

• Pension scheme enrolment.
• Access to the “My Lifestyle Benefits Platform” offering discounts at numerous retailers.
• Discounted private medical insurance, health cash plans and financial wellbeing guidance.
• Discounted membership at CitySpace Fitness.
• Annual leave entitlement of 36 days, plus five closure days over the Christmas break.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

Our recent staff survey (2023) showed that 97% of staff believed we were committed to achieving an inclusive university. The University of Sunderland actively promotes diversity, equity and inclusion across all levels of employment.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 4 January 2025 (23.59 GMT). The position is no longer accepting applications.