About the Project

Mental health problems are higher in people from minority groups, than in the general population including ethnic minorities (particularly Black and Mixed ethnicity), people from LGBTQ+ communities, and people with learning difficulties.

Minority groups currently receive less support from mental health services than the general population

In research to develop new interventions, minority groups are under-represented in the codesign process and the participant population for testing effectiveness. This means interventions are less likely to reflect their needs, or be designed in ways that work for them, creating a vicious cycle of exclusion

To break this cycle we need to first increase diversity in PPI groups in mental health research.

The aim of this PhD is to answer the following questions:

How diverse are PPI groups in mental health intervention studies?
What strategies are recommended in policy and practice to facilitate diversity in PPI groups?
To what extent are these strategies implemented in existing research?
What factors impact on how well these strategies work in practice?

The PhD forms part of the “Voices With Impact” workstream and will be closely embedded within a multidisciplinary team including people with lived experience. The specific design is flexible, depending on the interests of the student, but may include:

A scoping review of tools designed to enhance engagement with minority communities
Secondary analysis of existing quantitative data
Ethnographic study (including observations and participant interviews) to explore how involvement strategies are experienced by target communities

Applicants should hold a minimum upper second-class honours degree in psychology or related discipline. A Master’s degree is desirable. Only home students are eligible for this studentship.

Expected start date: 1st January 2027

For informal discussions and queries in advance of applying, please contact: Fiona Lobban - f.lobban@lancaster.ac.uk

To apply, please send your CV (max 2 pages) including x2 references and cover letter (outlining your interest in this PhD and qualifications)

Email: f.lobban@lancaster.ac.uk by 25th September 2026

Expected Interview Date: 20th October 2026

Funding Notes

This studentship covers

UK Fees
Bench fees (up to £4000)
Stipend (£21,805 per annum)

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