Research Fellow in Sustainable Healthcare Procurement Ref: 40570 (Part time, Fixed term)

Brighton and Sussex Medical School; Brighton; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Fellow in Sustainable Healthcare Procurement to join a dynamic team focused on evaluating the effectiveness of the Employer Pays Principle in combating modern slavery in healthcare supply chains. This part-time role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in impactful research and policy work, contributing to a nine-month project aimed at ensuring ethical practices in procurement. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant PhD and demonstrate strong qualitative research skills, project management experience, and a commitment to inclusivity and sustainability. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to excellence in education and research.

Benefits

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working options

Inclusivity initiatives

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant social science discipline is essential.
• Experience in managing projects and conducting qualitative research.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and coordinate research on modern slavery in healthcare supply chains.
• Support an interdisciplinary academic team in data analysis and policy engagement.

Skills

Qualitative Research

Project Management

Data Analysis

Policy Engagement

Education

PhD in Economic Geography

PhD in Development Studies

PhD in Labour Studies

PhD in Corporate Social Responsibility

PhD in Human Rights

Job description

Research Fellow in Sustainable Healthcare Procurement Ref: 40570 (Part time, Fixed term)

Location

Brighton, UK

Hours

0.4 FTE/15 hours p/w. Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need)

Grade 7 starting at £38,249 to £45,413 per annum, pro rata if part time.

Contract Type

Fixed Term Contract

About the role

The purpose of this PDRA role is to conduct and coordinate research, qualitative data analysis, policy engagement, and dissemination for a nine-month project focused on ‘Evaluating the effectiveness of the Employer Pays Principle (EPP) in preventing modern slavery in healthcare supply chains’. The post-holder will support an interdisciplinary academic team and an ethical trade consultancy firm in this work.

About you

Ideally, you will have a PhD in economic geography, development studies, labour studies, corporate social responsibility, human rights, or related social science discipline. You will have project management experience and the skills to manage your own workload and support colleagues. You should have the ability to undertake high-quality qualitative research and experience working in modern slavery and/or healthcare procurement.

About our School

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) is a partnership between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton, along with NHS organizations in the South-East. We are committed to inclusivity, sustainability, and high standards in teaching, clinical practice, and research. Our staff work across diverse teams dedicated to excellence in education and research, aiming to answer fundamental biomedical questions and deliver personalized healthcare.

Our campus is located off the A27, next to the South Downs, accessible by public transport, cycling, and offering a cycle-to-work scheme. Sussex is a multi-accredited, research-led university that values diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds, especially women and underrepresented ethnic groups in STEMM fields.

The University requires work to be performed in the UK. Due to the part-time nature of the role, visa sponsorship is not available. For visa information, please consult our Skilled Worker Visa page. For application issues or adjustments, contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].