Research Fellow Department of Applied Health Sciences 106267 Grade 8

DescriptionPosition DetailsDepartment of Applied Health Sciences School of Health Sciences College of Medicine and HealthLocation: University of Birmingham Edgbaston Birmingham UKFull time starting salary is normally in the range 47389 to 56535 with potential progression once in post to 63606Grade: 8Full Time Fixed Term contract up to March 2026Closing date: 13th October 2025This role is also open as an internal secondment opportunity which would need to be agreed by your current line manager.Please note: We are advertising for both a Grade 7 Research Fellow (106260) and a Grade 8 Research Fellow (106267) however there is only 1 post available.BackgroundWe are seeking to appoint an autonomous and experienced qualitative/multi methods grade 8 research fellow to a programme of research concerned with development of guidance for the evaluation regulation and marketing of Direct To Consumer Tests (GUIDE-DTCT) commissioned and funded by Cancer Research UK (PICCTR-2023/100038).Building on a mapping review of existing regulation and guidance and surveys of the high street and online DTCT markets the post holder will:Lead qualitative interviewsand focus groupswith relevant stakeholders (healthcare professionals regulatory agencies retailers and the public)regarding opportunities and challenges that are posed by existing and proposed changes to existing guidance and regulatory frameworks.Lead a consensus exercise to co-produce good practice guidance for the evaluation(including useability consumer and health service impact assessment)regulation marketing and post market surveillance of Direct To Consumer Tests (DTCT).Present high quality findings in a variety of formats for a diverse audience including peer reviewed publications.The post offers an exciting opportunity to work within the internationally leading Biostatistics Evidence Synthesis Test Evaluation and Modelling (BESTEAM) team. The post-holder will be based in the Department of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Birmingham. The successful candidate will start as soon as possible. Less than full time and job share could be accommodated.Role SummaryInitiate and conduct original research which has measurable outcomes and is reflected in a growing national and often incipient international reputationPlan design and co-ordinate research activities and programmesContribute to the development of research strategiesPublish results of own researchSupervise PhD studentsContribute to the Department/School through management/leadershipDevelop and make substantial contributions to knowledge transfer enterprise business engagement public engagement activities widening participation schools outreach or similar activities at Department/School level or further within the UniversityMain DutiesTo plan and carry out research using appropriate methodology and may include where appropriate to the discipline:Lead qualitative and multi method research as part of the CRUK funded GUIDE-DTCT StudyIdentify recruit and consent research participantsCollect analyse and interpret qualitative and multi method data using appropriate methodsPursue personal research including developing research ideas and winning support including financial supportPlan publish and/or execute high quality researchProject manage research activities and/or supervise other research staffPresent high quality findings in publications and conference proceedingsDevelop novel methodologies and techniques appropriate to the type of research being pursuedSupervise and examine PhD students both within and out with the UniversityProvide expert advice to colleagues and students within disciplineContribute to the administration/management of research across the Department/SchoolDevelop and make substantial contributions to knowledge transfer enterprise business engagement and public engagement activities of manifest benefit to the College and the UniversityContribute to some administrative activities within the University typically relating to researchApply knowledge in a way that develops new intellectual understandingActively manages equality diversity and inclusion through monitoring and evaluation and actively challenging unacceptable behaviourPerson SpecificationNormally a higher degree relevant to the research area (normally PhD) or equivalent qualificationsExtensive research experience and scholarship within subject specialismExperience and achievement reflected in a growing reputationExtensive experience and demonstrated success in planning undertaking and project managing research to deliver high quality resultsExtensive experience of applying and/or developing and devising successful models techniques and methodsExtensive experience and achievement in knowledge transfer enterprise and similar activityExperience of championing Equality Diversity and Inclusion in own work areaAbility to monitor and evaluate the extent to which equality and diversity legislation policies procedures are appliedAbility to identify issues with the potential to impact on protected groups and take appropriate actionFurther particulars can be foundhereInformal enquiries to Clare Davenport email: We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyoneon our website. Key Skills Bioinformatics,Genetics,R,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Statistical Software,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Data Analysis Skills,Flow Cytometry,Microscopy Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 47389 - 56535