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Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Coordinator (Fixed Term)

Assistant Staff

19 May 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Fixed Term (2 years)

Salary

£33,951-£39,906

Required Qualifications

Degree or equivalent in research/health/social care
Experience leading PPIE activities
Delivering PPIE strategies in academic/healthcare
Working with diverse patient/public partners
Multi-stakeholder collaboration in health/social care

Research Areas

ACED programme
Cancer Data Driven Detection (CD3) programme
Health and Wellbeing Research
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Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) Coordinator (Fixed Term)

We are looking for an experienced Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) practitioner to join the Health and Wellbeing Research Group as a PPIE Coordinator.

The role will include leading the PPIE activities across a range of active projects within the group. At the moment, the role will include coordination of engagement activities within the ACED programme and the Cancer Data Driven Detection (CD3) programme. Coordination of PPIE activities across other projects will also be expected.

The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience within research, health or social care or community settings. They must have experience of leading PPIE activities and delivering PPIE strategies within an academic and/or healthcare setting.

The ideal candidate must also have experience of working with patient/public partners from a range of backgrounds as well as experience of working with multiple stakeholders from across health and/or social care.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 2 years in the first instance.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a health assessment.

Applications are welcome from internal candidates who would like to apply for the role on the basis of a secondment from their current role in the University.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Dr Stephanie Archer (saa71@medschl.cam.ac.uk)

Please quote reference PJ49547 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Key information

Department/location: Department of Psychology

Salary: £33,951-£39,906

Reference: PJ49547

Category: Assistant staff

Date published: 28 April 2026

Closing date: 19 May 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the PPIE Coordinator role?

The ideal candidate holds a degree or equivalent experience in research, health, social care, or community settings. Essential is proven experience leading PPIE activities and delivering PPIE strategies in academic or healthcare environments. Explore similar administration jobs or research jobs for preparation tips.

💼What are the main responsibilities of this PPIE Coordinator position?

Lead PPIE activities across projects in the Health and Wellbeing Research Group, including coordination for the ACED programme and Cancer Data Driven Detection (CD3) programme. Manage engagement with diverse patient/public partners and multiple stakeholders in health/social care. View related research jobs for insights.

⏰Is flexible or part-time working available for this fixed-term role?

Yes, the University welcomes applications for part-time working or other flexible working arrangements. It's a fixed-term post funded for 2 years initially. Internal secondments are also accepted. Check higher ed admin jobs for more flexible options.

📝How do I apply for the PPIE Coordinator job at Cambridge?

Click 'Apply' to register with the recruitment system and submit online. Quote reference PJ49547. Basic disclosure and health assessment required post-offer. Applications close 19 May 2026. Informal enquiries to Dr Stephanie Archer at saa71@medschl.cam.ac.uk. Prepare using our free resume template.

💰What is the salary and location for this University of Cambridge PPIE role?

Salary: £33,951-£39,906. Location: Department of Psychology, Cambridge, UK. University ensures UK work eligibility. The role supports equality, diversity and inclusion. See university salaries for comparisons.

🤝Are there specific experience requirements with patient partners?

Yes, candidates must have experience working with patient/public partners from diverse backgrounds and collaborating with stakeholders across health/social care. This is key for leading PPIE in programmes like ACED and CD3. Learn more via research role advice.
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