Postdoctoral Research Fellow

The Carnegie School of Sport is recruiting a highly motivated individual to a post-doctoral research role at Leeds Beckett University. The successful candidate will work as part of a research team on a project funded by The Brain Tumour Charity. This is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic, collegial, and high-achieving individual who is seeking a post-doctoral research role in a vibrant, impactful, and inclusive research environment.

In partnership with The Brain Tumour Charity, the post requires the successful applicant to drive two work packages: 1) a large-scale systematic review of non-pharmacological interventions to support quality of life among brain tumour survivors and 2) qualitative data collection with long-term brain tumour survivors. Work package one may involve a meta-analysis if the retrieved literature allows.

This is an ambitious project with great potential for impact and will suit an individual who is driven by research that can make a tangible difference to the lives of many. The work packages will culminate in real-world, actionable guidance for clinicians and evidence-based recommendations for future research. Our vision as a collaborative and collegial research team is to create a clear roadmap for improving survivor care through targeted quality of life interventions.

The successful candidate with work closely with Dr. Faye Didymus (Carnegie School of Sport, Leeds Beckett University) and Dr Katherine Green (Great Ormond Street Hospital and Children’s Charity) and will be supported by a wider research team at various institutions and a part-time research assistant. The successful applicant will support the design and organisation of both work packages and the management and execution of data collection and analysis. They will prepare high-quality publications, reports, conference papers, and other outputs resulting from the project. In return, the successful candidate will join an internationally leading (as recognised in the recent national REF audit) research team and extend their professional network within and beyond academia.

This post is appropriate for individuals with a PhD in psychology or related fields, ideally with a focus on quality of life. Demonstrable experience of conducting systematic reviews and using qualitative research methods is essential. Knowledge and/or experience of working with NHS or charitable partners is desirable. All candidates should possess strong academic research, communication, and presentation skills; should have experience of disseminating research in different forms to varied audiences; and should have demonstrable ability to lead research independently and as part of a collaborative and collegial team.

The successful candidate will be based at Headingley Campus but will be expected to travel to London for quarterly in-person research team meetings and for data collection. Interviews are expected to take place during week commencing 26^th May 2025 on Headingley Campus. The post will commence on 1^st July 2025.

To arrange an informal discussion about this post, please contact Dr. Faye Didymus: F.Didymus@leedsbeckett.ac.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 7^th May (23:59)

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