Research Associate in Evidence Synthesis in Glasgow

Job Purpose

To make a leading contribution to evidence synthesis research within the Evidence Synthesis Group at Complex Reviews Synthesis Unit (CRSU). The Evidence Synthesis Group @CRSU, embedded within HEHTA, is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). The aim of the Group is to address knowledge gaps, and to answer specific needs of clinical and health policy decision-makers across the four nations of the UK.

The successful candidate will also have opportunities to contribute to evidence synthesis activities within HEHTA. They will lead the formulation and submission of research publications and research proposals as well as help manage and direct complex and challenging projects as opportunities allow.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• 1.Play a leading role in the management and development of evidence synthesis projects, and to work independently and in collaboration to bring the project to a successful completion. This will include establishing and engaging with external collaborators and stakeholders.
• 2.Play a leading role in the planning and conduct of assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and Evidence Synthesis Group/HEHTA research strategy.
• 3.Establish and maintain an extensive research profile and reputation and that of the University/HEHTA. This include sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of high-quality publications, enhancing the research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit, and gathering indicators of esteem.
• 4.Presentation of research to policy decision-makers, at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia and workshops to develop and enhance the research profile of HEHTA/the University.
• 5. Lead the identification of potential funding sources and the development of proposals to secure funding from internal and external bodies to support future research.
• 6. Take a leading role in developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across HEHTA/the University and wider community.
• 7. Play a leading role in the organisation, supervision, mentoring and training of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students and less experienced members of the project team to ensure their effective development.
• 8. Supervise postgraduate taught and postgraduate research students as assigned by Director of HEHTA.
• 9. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline. Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
• 10.Engage in personal, professional and career development, to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
• 11.Undertake any other reasonable duties as required by the Director of HEHTA.

Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University Strategy.

Knowledge, Qualifications, Skills & Experience

Knowledge, Qualifications

Essential

• A1. Normally Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) plus track record of emerging independence within a research/professional environment, or alternatively possess professional qualifications and experience equivalent to PhD level plus the requisite experience.
• A2 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and future directions within the subject area of evidence synthesis
• A3 Knowledge of translating complex clinical and health questions into appropriate research questions for evidence synthesis
• A4 Knowledge of advanced evidence synthesis methodologies

Desirable

• B1 Knowledge of health economics and health technology assessment

Skills

Essential

• C1 Excellent skills in appropriate statistical software commonly used in evidence synthesis (e.g. R, Stata, WinBUGS)
• C2 Excellent communication skills (oral and written), including the ability to communicate complex/specialist concepts clearly and concisely to a broad range of stakeholders
• C3 Proven ability to deliver quality outputs in a timely and efficient manner
• C4 A systematic and thorough approach to work with high level of attention to detail
• C5 A commitment to team working, professionalism and respect for others

Experience

Essential

• E1 Proven track record in undertaking evidence synthesis (including systematic reviews, overviews, scoping reviews) of various types of evidence, independently or under minimal supervision

Desirable

• F1 Experience in delivering teaching in evidence synthesis
• F2 A strong track record of publishing evidence synthesis in peer-reviewed journals
• F3 Sufficient depth of relevant research experience, normally including sufficient postdoctoral experience in a related field, appropriate to an early career researcher.

Informal Enquiries should be directed to Professor Olivia Wu, Olivia.Wu@glasgow.ac.uk

Terms and Conditions

Salary will be Grade 7, £41,064 - £46,049 per annum.

This post is full time, and has funding up to 31 March 2028.

All applicants must have the right to live and work in the UK or be eligible to obtain permission to work in the UK.

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant Home Office requirements, including any applicable tradeable points criteria. Further information can be found on the University of Glasgow’s UKVI Website.

For research and academic roles, we will also consider whether the Global Talent visa route may be available, subject to individual eligibility.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• 1 A warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared.
• 2 An excellent employment package with generous terms and conditions including 41 days of leave for full time staff, pension - pensions handbook https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/payandpensions/pensions/, benefits and discount packages.
• 3 A flexible approach to working.
• 4 A commitment to support your health and wellbeing, including a free 6-month UofG Sport membership for all new staff joining the University https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/staff/healthwellbeing/.

We believe that we can only reach our full potential through the talents of all. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our values. Applications are particularly welcome from across our communities and in particular people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented within the University. Read more on how the University promotes and embeds all aspects of equality and diversity within our community https://www.gla.ac.uk/myglasgow/humanresources/equalitydiversity/.

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Closing date : 26 October 2026 @23:45

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