Research Associate (Pregnancy and Substance use)

Contract type: Fixed term for 2 years from January 2025

Working pattern: Part time – 50% full time equivalent

We are seeking to appoint a Research Associate to work on the project “Pre-birth assessments for women who use substances in pregnancy: women and social work views and experiences”. You will join Dr Shirley Lewis and work with a wider team. This NIHR funded mixed-methods study is a collaboration between the University of Sheffield, King’s College London, Cardiff University and Liverpool John Moores University. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the project. You will be carrying out interviews and focus groups with women and social workers within two English local authorities and undertaking qualitative data analysis. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in social work or a relevant discipline and will be experienced in undertaking qualitative research and data analysis with people who have experience of children’s services.

Further information can be found in the job description and person specification. For further information please contact S.J.Lewis@sheffield.ac.uk

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What we offer

• 41 days annual leave (including closure days and Bank Holidays), with the possibility to purchase up to ten additional days.
• Up to 5 days of paid time off to cover emergency caring responsibilities.
• A commitment to work life balance including, flexible working opportunities and hybrid working where possible.
• A highly competitive pension scheme.
• Discounts at participating shops and cinemas, and a cycle to work scheme.
• A commitment to your development, with programmes, learning modules and mentoring schemes.
• An inclusive and diverse workplace.
• A commitment to your wellbeing, with confidential emotional support, support for those going through the menopause, experiencing fertility treatment and having a baby, paid leave for IVF treatment and more.

Further information can be found at www.sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits

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