Job Description

Research Fellow
We are seeking two Research Fellows to lead pioneering autism research.
Join a leading science team and drive research that improves lives and creates neuro-inclusive spaces.
Position: Research Fellow (2 posts)
Salary: xc2xa345,000 per annum
Location: UK-based (remote with occasional travel)
Hours: Full-time (4-day working week)
Contract: Fixed-term, April 2025 November 2026
Closing Date: 23:59, Thursday 06 March 2025
Interviews: 10-21 March 2025.
About the Role:
As a Research Fellow, you will lead high-impact research projects, including improving support for autistic individuals, enhancing employment opportunities, and developing evidence-based interventions.
Each Research Fellow will lead one major project while supporting a second project in collaboration with academic, clinical, and industry partners.
Project examples:

• Research Fellow 1 Leading a 12-month feasibility trial of a new support tool for autistic children in schools.
• Research Fellow 2 Developing and testing a career-transition programme for autistic young people.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and agile delivery of applied research that drives meaningful change.
• Applying rigorous mixed methods research to test innovative solutions.
• Engaging with expert partners, community advisors, and industry stakeholders.
• Ensuring data quality and meticulous record-keeping across research projects.
• Leading on strategic analysis and reporting research findings.
• Translating research into practical insights for professionals, families, and policymakers.
• Contributing to high-impact publications and funding applications.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead transformative research that has a real-world impact on the autistic community.
About You:
We are looking for experienced and highly motivated researchers with a passion for neurodiversity research.
Essential skills and experience include:

• PhD or Professional Doctorate in Psychology, Sociology, Health, Social Care, or Mental Health (fully awarded).
• At least three years of experience delivering or managing complex research projects.
• Strong applied theoretical knowledge of autism, ADHD, and co-occurring conditions.
• Expertise in mixed methods research and translating findings into real-world solutions.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific ideas to non-technical audiences.
• Experience in co-production and collaboration with community and industry partners.
• Understanding of the biopsychosocial factors affecting neurodivergent individuals.

If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment, wed love to hear from you.
About the Organisation:
You will be working for the UKs leading autism research charity. They collaborate with neurodivergent communities, researchers, the NHS, and industry partners to drive breakthroughs that enable autistic people to live happier, healthier, and longer lives. Research focuses on transforming employment opportunities, improving mental health support, and creating truly inclusive environments.
The charity is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from underrepresented backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Research Scientist, Behavioural Researcher, Social Science Researcher, Clinical Researcher, or Data Scientist. #INDNFP
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.