Patient Researcher

2 months ago


Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Full time

**About the role**:
The aim of the Centre for Ethnic Health Research is to Reduce Ethnic Health Inequalities. We do this by working with patients, the public, community and voluntary sectors, faith centre organisers and members, researchers, health and social care organisations, locally and nationally, to:

- Inspire community led research
- Develop and promote culturally sensitive resources
- Raise awareness of community engagement
- Encourage active research participation
- Collaborate with researcher to widen participation
- Increase capacity and capability in the research environment through training delivery

**About you**:
**Additional information**:
As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

**Vacancy terms**: Part-time (0.33FTE, 12.5 hours per week), fixed term contract for 1 year



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