Research Associate (NIHR Academy affiliated) in Keele

Overview

Full‑time fixed‑term (6‑year) position in Keele University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences. The role is part of a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Programme Grant for Applied Research – the PROTECTs programme (PRevention of Osteoporotic fractures Through Equitable Case finding and Treatment Support, CI Professor Zoe Paskins) – which aims to reduce osteoporotic fractures by developing and testing a new, equitable approach for UK general practices to identify at‑risk individuals using automated searches in medical records and to offer tailored bone health assessments and treatments.

Responsibilities

The post holder will work within qualitative workstreams in years 1–3 of the programme, which are underpinned by implementation science theory and a framework for research equity, and will also take part in the feasibility study (years 1–3) and the main trial process evaluation (years 4–6).

Qualifications

A PhD (or recently submitted) in a related subject and experience of qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Benefits

• Dedicated training and development budget
• Career development and support activities, such as mentorship and leadership
• Eligibility to apply for short‑term research training and academic career development awards
• Networking and career development events that embed them within the NIHR family
• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• On‑site ‘outstanding’ nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above. The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

Equal Opportunities

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and ensures our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.