"Research Associate"

Applications are invited for a talented and ambitious Research Associate to work within the School of Medicine, Faculty of Medical Sciences. Working with Professor Gillian Vance and Dr Bryan Burford, the post holder will be expected to deliver a range of mixed methods projects as a member of the Partnership for Workforce Sustainability.

The Partnership is a new venture, funded by the NIHR Health and Social Care Delivery Research programme, aimed at addressing workforce sustainability challenges in underserved areas of health and care. Over 5 years, the Partnership will bring together researchers from across five universities, and will work with policymakers, health and care professionals and system leaders to develop evidence-based actionable solutions to workforce challenges in primary care and maternity services.

The successful candidate will have (or have already submitted) a doctorate in a relevant topic (such as workforce development or healthcare inequalities) and possess experience in mixed methods research. Required skills will include evidence synthesis; development of data collection methods and analysis plans; qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis; the ability to publish work in a range of formats and for a range of audiences; a willingness to work with research partners across multiple universities and engage with external partners, public and practice contributors.

The School of Medicine is committed to supporting equality and diversity for all staff and students. Applications for part-time/flexible working will be considered. Please state your desired working arrangements in your application.

Find out more about the Faculty of Medical Sciences here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/.

Candidates wishing to discuss the post may contact Professor Gillian Vance or Dr Bryan Burford, co-leads for the Partnership at gillian.vance@newcastle.ac.uk and bryan.burford@newcastle.ac.uk.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for the duration of the partnership. Maximum part-time hours may be possible, please contact Professor Vance or Dr Burford to discuss.