At a Glance
- Tasks: Collect and analyse data for a groundbreaking newborn screening study.
- Company: Join the University of Warwick's innovative research team.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, generous leave, and excellent learning opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in health screening research while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in qualitative research and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 56535 - 56535 £ per year.
Location: University of Warwick Campus, Coventry
Department: Warwick Medical School – Applied Health
Position type: Fixed Term
Duration: Fixed‑term contract until 31 January 2031
Salary: £47,389 to £56,535 per annum
The purpose of this post is to collect and analyse data for the acceptability workstream for the NIHR funded study, ‘Service Evaluation of Newborn screening for Spinal Muscular Atrophy’ (SENS). The study will evaluate newborn screening for SMA using a stepped wedge trial design across seven regions in England.
About You
The successful candidate will be an experienced qualitative researcher with a background in health screening, maternity care, or a related field, ideally with a PhD or equivalent experience. The candidate will have a proven ability to conduct sensitive interviews and focus groups, and to manage and analyse large volumes of qualitative data using tools such as NVivo. Highly organised, an excellent communicator, and able to engage effectively with diverse participants and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team while managing their own workload. A strong track record of producing high-quality research outputs and communicating findings to a range of audiences is essential. A proactive and flexible approach, with willingness to travel for in‑person data collection, is required. Experience of patient and public involvement, longitudinal or mixed methods research, or knowledge of SMA/newborn screening would be advantageous.
Contact
For informal queries about the role, please contact Professor Felicity Boardman at Felicity.Boardman@warwick.ac.uk.
Benefits
- Attractive pension scheme
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy
- Onsite childcare facilities
- Excellent learning and development opportunities
Assistant Professor (Research Focussed) in Qualitative Research in Health Screening (111705-0626) in Coventry employer: University of Warwick
The University of Warwick is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation within the field of health research. With generous benefits such as an attractive pension scheme, 30 days of holiday, and excellent learning and development opportunities, employees are supported in their professional growth while contributing to impactful research projects. Located in Coventry, the university provides a dynamic environment for meaningful engagement with diverse communities, making it an ideal place for those passionate about qualitative research in health screening.
