The Faculty of Health at the University of Plymouth delivers exceptional clinical and academic learning, social engagement and world class research in medicine, dentistry, nursing, psychology and the health professions. This is an exciting chance to be part of a progressive and cutting-edge University in a beautiful location, where you can really make a difference.
The CAMERA research group wish to appoint a Research Fellow to join the NIHR HS&DR funded RESTORE 2 project team. CAMERA is a leading research group in the UK conducting research into the creation and retention of a sustainable healthcare workforce.
This is an opportunity to be part of important research on the remediation of doctors in the UK that will directly shape policy and practice. Working directly with five NHS sites this project will use realist evaluation and participatory research approaches to optimise the delivery of remediation programmes for doctors.
We are seeking a full-time Research Fellow with relevant research expertise to lead the collection and analysis of data from interviews, focus groups, observations, and documentary sources, and to write-up findings for dissemination. The role will involve working collaboratively with colleagues in the CAMERA team, in Peninsula Medical School, and externally to help deliver this multidisciplinary qualitative project.
You will have a first degree in any relevant subject (e.g. social science or humanities subjects), and have a relevant PhD and knowledge of relevant research methods.
For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Dr Nicola Brennan by email nicola.brennan@plymouth.ac.uk
Interviews are likely to take place on the 11th June 2021 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.
This is a full time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for a period of 30 months due to funding.
Flexible working options including part-time and job share will be considered.
We are currently advertising a Research Assistant post linked to the RESTORE 2 study here.
We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.
Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic the University is currently implementing a number of safety measures as per Government advice therefore the successful applicant may be required to work from home in the first instance.
The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit , our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages
We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.
The University of Plymouth holds a TEF (Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework) Silver by the Office for Students.
The Faculty of Health holds a Silver Athena Swan Award and the University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN Award which recognises commitment to advancing women’s careers in STEMM academia.
Staff appointed within the Faculty of Health may be able to join the NHS pension scheme subject to eligibility criteria.
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