Job Description

Applications are invited for the above fixed term part time-time post (20% FTE) working in the Public Health Collaborating Unit in the School of Health Sciences at Bangor University (Wrexham Technology Park, Wrexham).



The postholder will provide research support to a project exploring public perceptions and experience of Section 1 stop and search in Wales. This collaboration with police across Wales will build the evidence base on public perceptions of, and attitudes towards, stop and search practices, as well as trust in the police. The research aims not only to improve relationships between police and communities, but also to create a sustainable framework for ongoing collaboration.



Duties will include supporting study development and contributing to data collection, management, and analysis, and report and paper writing. Candidates should be educated to Masters level in a health-related subject and have previous experience of working in applied public health research. Knowledge of public health, research methods and excellent written communication skills are essential. The successful applicant is expected to be proficient in undertaking qualitative data collection, data analysis, and using research related software.



The successful candidate will be expected to commence on 1st October 2025 and the post is available until 31st March 2027.



This role will be located on campus at Wrexham.



Through our Dynamic Working framework, there will also be the option to spend some time working remotely (although remaining in the UK) to support work life balance, which will be discussed further with candidates at interview.



Applications will only be accepted via our on-line recruitment website, jobs.bangor.ac.uk. However, in cases of access issues due to disability, paper application forms are available by telephoning 01248 383865.



Closing date for applications: 15/09/2025



Interviews will be held on 23/09/2025





For informal enquiries, please contact, Dr Kat Ford (email: k.ford@bangor.ac.uk).



Committed To Equal Opportunities



Overview



School of Health Sciences



The Mission of the School of Health Sciences is:



To champion and promote excellent medical, health and social care science, research, scholarship, teaching and learning, quality and values with people who use services, practitioners and stakeholders. To promote language and cultural competence relevant to local, national and international partners, and to provide an inclusive culture and environment for staff and students within the School.



The School's aims are:


To be forward looking and sustainable and aspire to achieving the University's Strategy 2030 pillars and themes and the University's Global Framework.

To prepare and support medical, health and social care practitioners to engage in lifelong learning and reflective practice that will promote excellent standards in evidence-based practice.

To work in partnership with people who use services, medical, health and social care providers and agencies within Wales, but also cross-border, nationally and internationally on medical, health and social care research, science, education, and scholarship.

To maintain excellence in medical, health and social care teaching, which is informed by research and coproduced by staff, students, service users and clinicians, whilst maintaining societal shared values and enhancing opportunities for employability.

To champion and promote scholarship, science and research applied to medical, health and social care policy and practice, in order to evaluate, develop and, wherever possible, improve professional practice.

To champion principles of intelligent kindness and compassionate leadership, adopting the most appropriate teaching and learning methods that offer students choice, flexibility, and provide inter-professional learning opportunities. Concurrently instilling respect for all professions, developing social and emotional intelligence and resilience.

To instil language and cultural competence in medical, health and social care practitioners. To embed language and cultural awareness in medical, health and social care research and practice and respond sensitively to the language needs of Welsh speakers.

To lead research of the highest standard that improves lives and healthcare services regionally, nationally and globally.


Purpose of the Job



The post will provide research support to a project funded by the All-Wales Policing Academic Collaboration which will explore public attitudes and experiences of stop and search in Wales. The project is a collaboration with Public Health Wales and police across Wales. It seeks to build the evidence base on public perceptions of, and attitudes towards, stop and search practices, as well as trust in the police. The research aims not only to improve relationships between police and communities, but also to create a sustainable framework for ongoing collaboration.



The post-holder will support the development and implementation of the project, with duties including ethical approval, quantitative data analysis, qualitative research and analyses, study co-ordination and supporting the team with report/paper writing.



The project is part of a programme of work being implemented by the Public Health Collaborating Unit; a Public Health/Academic collaborative funded by Public Health Wales. The post holder will be part of the School of Health at Bangor University and based in their academic offices in Wrexham.



The work plan will be led by Dr Kat Ford at Bangor University.



Main Duties and Responsibilities


To support the research team in the collection and analysis of qualitative data. This may include: drafting ethical applications / data collection / data management / data analyses / preparation of research outputs.

To support the research team in the analysis of quantitative data. This may include: data management / data coding / data analyses / preparation of tables and figures for research outputs.

To contribute to the development of research outcomes. This may include: supporting the production of reports and journal publications / helping in the preparation of materials for presentation to conferences / liaising with external providers for design and translation of research outcomes.

To assist and support the administration of the project. This may include; arranging research related meetings / circulating information / minute taking / preparing reports for funders.




Other Duties and Responsibilities


The post holder will be expected to comply with the University equal opportunities policies, Dignity at Work and Study Policy and the University's Welsh Language Policy and the Welsh Language Standards.

The post holder has a general and legal duty of care in relation to health, safety and wellbeing and must take all reasonable steps to ensure a safe and healthy working environment for them selves and for other members of staff, students and visitors affected by their actions or inactions. The post holder is also required to comply with all applicable health and safety policies, procedures and risk assessments.

The post holder must comply with relevant legal and financial policies and procedures and be aware of their responsibilities in terms of the legal requirements of their posts.




Person Specification



Qualifications/Training



Essential :


Postgraduate degree with a strong research component in a health, public health or other scientific, psychological or sociological subject.




Experience/Knowledge



Essential :


Previous experience of mixed-methods research.

Previous experience of working in applied public health research.

Knowledge and interest in specific areas related to the post o Understanding and application of research and information governance processes, policies and procedures.




Skills/Abilities



Essential :


Excellent verbal and written skills.

Good computer skills, including MS Office, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Ability to use a range of research related software (e.g. SPSS).

Strong analytical skills, ability to analyse data and present results appropriately.

Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.

Demonstrate ability to work as part of a team.




Desirable :


Attention to detail and proof-reading skills.

Presentation skills.




Other





Desirable :


Able to work flexible hours when required.

The ability to communicate through the medium of Welsh is desirable for this role. If applicants are not able to speak / write in Welsh at present, there are many opportunities to learn if the successful candidate wishes to do so.




General



The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds. We strive to develop a workforce from all sections of the community regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age. We promote and facilitate the use of the Welsh language through our progressive Welsh Language Policy. We comply with the Welsh Language Standards and are committed to equality of opportunity. You are welcome to apply for any job in English or Welsh and all applications submitted will be treated equally.



We are a member of Advance HE's Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter and hold a Silver award in recognition of our commitment to and progress towards gender equality within the University's policies, practices, and culture. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer.



All members of staff have a duty to ensure their actions are in line with the overall environmental aims of the University and minimise their environmental impact.



All offers are made subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK and receipt of satisfactory references.



All candidates must meet the requirements of UK 'right to work' requirements If you require Home Office permission to work in the UK, or need to switch your visa status in order to take this job, please note that following the introduction by the Government of immigration limits on skilled workers we recommend you use the following link to information about the routes into employment and to check eligibility requirements: http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk/


Please note that, in the event of applications being received from candidates on the University's Redeployment Register with a reasonable skills match to the post specification, these applicants will be given prior consideration.