Senior Research Fellow (Assistant Director RSS)

University of York; York; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Research Fellow to join their innovative team within the National Institute for Health and Care Research. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives while developing your own research portfolio in a supportive and inclusive environment. The successful candidate will collaborate with experienced professionals and play a pivotal role in advancing health and social care research. With flexible working arrangements and a commitment to diversity, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a significant impact in the field of health research.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Family-friendly initiatives

Supportive culture

Inclusive facilities

Qualifications

• PhD or relevant MSc in applied health research required.
• Expertise in health research methodologies and UK funding landscape essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of strategic plans for the RSS Hub.
• Develop a personal research portfolio while contributing to RSS.

Skills

Expert knowledge in applied health research methodologies

Knowledge of research techniques and methodologies

Knowledge of inclusive research approaches

Understanding of UK funding landscape for health research

Experience in patient and public involvement in research

Track record in delivering high-quality research outputs

Proven experience in obtaining external research funding

Education

PhD in applied health research

Relevant MSc and equivalent experience

Job description

Hours of work: Full-time (flexibility available)

Based at: University of York campus (with some remote working options available)

Interview date: TBC

Department of Health Sciences

The University of York is seeking to appoint a Senior Research Fellow (Assistant Director RSS) to join the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Research Support Service (RSS) Hub based at the University of York. The NIHR RSS provides advice and support to researchers in England developing applications to national, peer-reviewed research programmes and at other stages in the research pathway. Support is delivered nationally by eight Hubs and by Specialist Centres for Public Health and Social Care.

The University of York offers flexible working patterns and a number of family friendly initiatives. As a Department we are proud to foster a supportive culture that helps staff and students contribute fully, flourish and excel, to reach their full potential. We embrace equality, diversity and inclusion as well as the values of the Athena SWAN Charter in all our Departmental activities.

Role

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Director (Senior Research Fellow) to work closely with the RSS Hub Co-Directors and Programme Manager in implementing the Hub’s strategic and operational plans, leading innovation in delivery and working collaboratively with other RSS Hubs through the RSS National Collaborative. The role also provides an outstanding opportunity to develop your own portfolio of research alongside contributing to RSS.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

Some of the essential requirements for the role are listed below, please see the job description for the full list of essential criteria.

1. PhD in an area relevant to applied health research or relevant MSc and equivalent experience
2. Expert knowledge in at least one methodological area relevant to applied health and social care research
3. Knowledge of a range of research techniques and methodologies
4. Knowledge of inclusive approaches to research
5. Expert knowledge of UK funding landscape for health, public health and social care, funder expectations and current national research priorities
6. Significant track record of delivering research in the field of health, social care or public health
7. Track record in incorporating patient and public involvement in research and in inclusive approaches in research
8. Experience of delivering sustained and consistent, publicly verifiable, research output of high quality with evidence of impact and esteem
9. Proven experience of attracting and obtaining significant external research funding

For informal enquiries: please contact Professor Catriona McDaid at [e-mail] or Professor Catherine Hewitt at [e-mail]

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.

We also encourage applications from women for senior roles.

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork

Salary: £57,422 to £66,537 per year (Grade 6)