Research Fellow

UWE, Bristol - Centre for Appearance Research, College of Health, Science and Society

Location:BristolSalary:£38,784 to £46,049 (pro rata) p.a, Grade G:Hours:Part TimeContract Type:Fixed-Term/ContractPlaced On:10th March 2026Closes:29th March 2026Job Ref:R09189

We are seeking a Research Fellow to contribute to an exciting research project that aims to understand and improve psychosocial support for younger women who have had breast cancer.

The Research Fellow will work within a team of experienced researchers and clinicians both within and outside of UWE Bristol, and will engage with external stakeholders, including clinicians, cancer support organisations, and patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE). Your role will involve supporting the delivery of each stage of the research, including conducting a scoping literature review, engaging with stakeholders, collecting and analysing qualitative data, synthesising findings, and supporting the preparation of reports, presentations, and academic publications.

This role will be based at the Centre for Appearance Research (CAR), the world’s largest research group focusing on the role of appearance and body image in people’s lives. CAR offers a stimulating environment for research and is home to a thriving, experienced and internationally renowned group of researchers. CAR is one of UWE’s recognised centres of research excellence and has a broad portfolio of externally funded research projects, public engagement, and knowledge exchange activities. CAR also stages an international conference, ‘Appearance Matters’, every other year.

About you:

Candidates are expected to be working towards completion or have completed a PhD in health/clinical psychology. You will have experience in psycho-oncology, body image, or related psychosocial research, and knowledge of the psychosocial challenges experienced by people living with and beyond cancer. You will also have experience conducting literature reviews and/or qualitative research methods, and experience working with clinical, community, or voluntary sector stakeholders.

Desirable criteria include experience conducting research with women who have had breast cancer, experience working with patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) contributors, and experience contributing to the development

Where is this role based?

In this role, you’ll be based at our modern Frenchay Campus

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community.

We particularly encourage applications from global majority and female candidates as we are currently under-represented in this area, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

As a Disability Confident employer we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

Further information

If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dr Helena Lewis-Smith at: Helena.Lewis-Smith@uwe.ac.uk

This is a fixed-term maternity cover post until 1 March 2027, offered on a part-time basis at 0.5FTE (2.5 days per week).

The interview for the role is scheduled to take place on 9 April 2026.

This role is campus based with some opportunity for remote working.

If offered a role, you will need to provide valid documentation confirming your right to work in the UK before employment begins. This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.

Next Steps

We’d love to hear from you - if this role excites you, please complete our application form as soon as possible