Job Description

Ref Number

B02-08722

Professional Expertise

Research and Research Support

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Part time

Salary

43,374 51,860

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

Hybrid

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

27-May-2025

About us

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UCL established the Institute of Health Informatics (IHI) in August 2014 in the Faculty of Population Health Sciences. The aim of IHI is to conduct high quality data-intensive research to improve health at local, national, and international levels. delivers one of the largest and most highly regarded teaching programmes in health informatics and health data science. It is home to one of four UKRI Centres for Doctoral Training in AI in Healthcare.



The Faculty of Population Health Sciences has established itself as UCL's largest research-based faculty, encompassing eight institutes. More information available at www.ucl.ac.uk/population-health-sciences/.

About the role

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Institute of Health Informatics is looking to appoint a Research Fellow to join our welcoming and vibrant Institute.



Main purpose of the role is to establish the current knowledge and palliative needs in HF in Europe, serving as a foundation for all further RAPHAEL objectives.



The post is part-time (25.55 hours per week) and the post is funded until 31 December 2028, further funding may become available.



This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role.



For an informal discussion please contact Ami Banerjee at a.banerjee@ucl.ac.uk



For any queries regarding the recruitment process, please contact Anita Gorasia at a.gorasia@ucl.ac.uk.

About you

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If you believe you meet the requirements, come and be part of this unique and exciting opportunity and contribute to our mission to improve health outcomes through research.



The Research Fellow will have a PhD in field of social science such as health services research, public health, epidemiology, sociology, psychology, anthropology or a similar level of experience as well as the knowledge and experience and advanced skills in designing, conducting, analysing and interpreting qualitive research.



The role holder will be self motivated and must have the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.



Please review the job description before applying, paying particular attention to the essential/desirable criteria, and ensure your experience in these areas is addressed in the questionnaire section of the application.

What we offer

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We offer flexible working options, including part-time and job-sharing opportunities, wherever possible.



As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits, including:


41 days holiday (pro rata for part-time staff) (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 6 closure days) Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan On-site gym Employee assistance programme

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics.



As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.



We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and women.



You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion