Research Fellow (FTC 12 months)

Turning Passion into Purpose. London South Bank University are excited to be recruiting for the post of  Research Fellow working on a study funded by the NIHR Research for Patient Benefit (RfPB) programme and sponsored by Central London Community Health NHS Trust. The study, led by a team based at LSBU, aims to investigate the health and wellbeing of informal (unpaid) carers supporting patients in Hospital at Home (HaH) services.

Using a mixed-methods approach, the 18-month study will gather and analyse both quantitative survey data and qualitative interviews.

This position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to  join a high-impact, NIHR-funded study focused on the experiences of informal carers supporting patients receiving Hospital at Home services. The successful candidate will contribute to meaningful, applied health research with real-world implications for community care. They will have the chance to develop and apply qualitative and quantitative research skills, strengthen their expertise in ethics submissions and research coordination, and work collaboratively with leading NHS and academic partners across London and the Southeast.

About You:

We are looking to hear from candidates who have the following skills and experience:

• Extensive experience of conducting mixed-methods health research, including qualitative interviews and quantitative surveys
• Experience preparing and submitting research ethics applications
• Strong skills in data analysis and reporting, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team

The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant discipline such as public health, health psychology, or life sciences. They will be highly motivated and bring a flexible, organised approach to managing complex research activities. Experience with NHS services, informal caregiving contexts, and academic publication is also highly desirable.

Benefits of Working With Us :

As a leading Higher Education Institution LSBU offers staff a highly competitive benefits package including holiday entitlement starting at 26.5 days  per annum, professional development opportunities and flexible working. 

How to Apply:

The person specification for this role alongside applicant guidance on what to submit within your application can be found within the candidate pack attached. Applications must be submitted via the "Apply" button.

For an informal conversation ahead of applying, please contact the hiring manager for this position: Kerry Wood, Senior Research Fellow at Woodk6@lsbu.ac.uk 

Key Dates:

The closing date for applications is Sunday 11^th May 2025  at 11.59pm

Interview/assessment - week commencing 19^th May 2025 

Exact dates for interviews will be confirmed closer to the time. Please kindly note that interviews may be slightly later than the date advertised.

We are happy to talk flexible working and reasonable adjustments and aim to make our recruitment and selection process accessible to all, please contact us to discuss any support you need. The diversity of LSBU’s staff and students is a source of our strength and the richness of ideas and perspectives that this diversity brings makes LSBU a unique place to work.

Depending on the individual circumstances of the candidate this role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UKVI Skilled Worker route. More details on this can be found within the candidate pack.

If you have any questions related to your application, please email the recruitment team staffrecruitment@lsbu.ac.uk 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

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