Job Description

Position Details

Department of Applied Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health


Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK


Full time starting salary is normally in the range 36,130 to 45,413 with potential progression once in post to 48,149


Grade: 7


Full Time, Fixed Term contract up to March 2027


Closing date: 14th August 2025

Background

To create and contribute to the creation of knowledge by undertaking qualitative research and/or health economic evaluation within two impactful applied health research programmes:

DEKODE

- improving outcomes in diabetes emergencies

PCOS SEVa

- addressing variation in PCOS care

Role Summary

Work within specified research grants and contribute to writing bids Operate within the areas of qualitative research, health economics, or applied health research Analyse and interpret research findings and results Contribute to generating funding Contribute to the impact of research through publications, policy influence, and public engagement

Main Duties

The responsibilities may include some but not all of the responsibilities outlined below.


Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, with mentorship if needed Contribute to writing bids for research funding Design and conduct qualitative research (e.g. interviews, focus groups) and/or economic evaluations Analyse and interpret data using appropriate theoretical and methodological frameworks Apply knowledge in a way that develops new intellectual understanding Disseminate research findings through academic publications, research seminars, and policy briefings Contribute to development of implementation strategies and evaluation plans Supervise students working on related research themes Contribute to developing and refining models, methods, and tools for applied health research Undertake management/administration tasks arising from research activities Engage in departmental research activities and administrative responsibilities Present research outputs at conferences and stakeholder events Provide guidance to research assistants and project team members Address challenges that may impact research delivery or timelines Promote equality and diversity, acting as a role model and contributing to an inclusive culture

Person Specification

First degree and normally a higher degree (e.g., MSc, PhD or near to completion) in a relevant field such as health sciences, social sciences, or economics Experience in qualitative research and/or health economic methods High-level analytical capability Ability to communicate complex information clearly Ability to contribute to research planning and proposal development Ability to co-ordinate own work with others to avoid duplication and ensure collaboration Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity, and the principles of the Equality Act 2010

Desirable

Track record of publication in peer-reviewed journals Experience conducting research related to diabetes or women's health Familiarity with implementation science or quality improvement frameworks Experience in stakeholder engagement or collaborative co-design Interest in reducing health inequalities and improving healthcare delivery

Further particulars can be found here


Informal enquiries to Punith Kempegowda, email: p.kempegowda@bham.ac.uk

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