Research Associate - Workplace Mental Health & Stigma

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

30 days annual leave + 13 bank holiday

On-site gym and pool

Staff discounts

Family friendly policies

University benefits

Job summary

Aston University invites applications for a Research Associate (Grade 7) or Senior Research Associate (Grade 8) to join Aston Business School. The role supports an international project on workplace mental health stigma, with mixed-methods research and opportunities to contribute to reports and publications.

Candidates should have a good first degree and experience in qualitative research; Grade 8 requires a PhD and leadership in research design and dissemination.

Qualifications

• Good first degree in Psychology, Business, Organisational Behaviour, Occupational Psychology, Public Health, Sociology or related discipline.
• Experience of qualitative research including interviews and focus groups.
• Experience working with organisations and/or policymakers.

Responsibilities

• Review evidence and guidance; develop research materials.
• Conduct interviews and focus groups; support data collection and analysis.
• Engage with organisations and stakeholders; translate findings into practical guidance.

Skills

Qualitative research

Interviews

Focus groups

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or related

PhD (preferred)

Job description

Aston University invites applications for a Research Associate (Grade 7) or Senior Research Associate (Grade 8) to join Aston Business School. The role supports an international project on workplace mental health stigma, with mixed-methods research and opportunities to contribute to reports and publications.

Candidates should have a good first degree and experience in qualitative research; Grade 8 requires a PhD and leadership in research design and dissemination.