Senior Research Fellow, NIHR Research Support Service (RSS)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Research Fellow to enhance their Research Support Service. This role focuses on advising researchers from various sectors on funding applications, particularly in the areas of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. The ideal candidate will possess specialist EDI skills and a strong research background in primary care or mental health. With a fixed-term contract, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful health and social care research, while also providing generous benefits including extensive holiday, a defined benefit pension scheme, and support for relocation. If you are passionate about advancing research in these critical areas, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Defined benefit pension scheme

On-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Relocation scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Possess EDI specialist skills and work closely with the EDI Strategic Lead.
• Hold a PhD or have up to 4 years of research experience in primary care or mental health.

Responsibilities

• Advise researchers on applications for national peer-reviewed funding.
• Support the delivery of strategic aims of the NIHR Research Support Service.

Skills

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) expertise

Research experience in primary care

Research experience in mental health

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Senior Research Fellow, NIHR Research Support Service (RSS), London

About the role

The post holder will advise researchers and support the delivery of the strategic aims of the NIHR RSS, focusing on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI). They will be the first point of contact within the Research Support Service team for researchers from NHS, public health, social care, and Higher Education Institutions preparing applications for national peer-reviewed funding in health and social care research. They will provide general advice on applications and specific guidance on EDI matters.

About you

The candidate should possess EDI specialist skills and work closely with the EDI Strategic Lead, the Director, and partner organisations. They should hold a PhD or have up to 4 years of research experience in primary care and/or mental health, with an aim to develop their research portfolio beyond their RSS role.

What we offer

• Fixed-term contract with external funding until 30th September.
• Appointment at Grade 8 contingent on PhD (or equivalent).
• Subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff.
• Eligible for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK legislation. UCL welcomes international applications requiring visas.

Application Process

• The application deadline is 23:59 GMT on Wednesday, 14th May. Early applications are encouraged as the advert may close early if high volume is received. The advert remains open for at least 2 weeks.
• A full job description and person specification are available at the bottom of the page.
• Use the personal statement section to demonstrate how you meet each essential and desirable criterion.
• For queries regarding the vacancy or application process, contact the provided contact details.
• For reasonable adjustments or accessible application formats, contact the same.

Additional benefits include:

• 41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase 5 additional days of annual leave
• Defined benefit pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan and expenses
• Relocation scheme for eligible posts
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme