Research Associate

2 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Manchester Metropolitan University Full time

This post is for a Research Associate (0.5FTE) who will be based in the Department of Social Care and Social Work and will be a member of the Learning Disability and Autism Research Cluster. The Research Associate will take a key role in the delivery of the research project: _‘Mental Health Medications in the Lives of People with Learning Disabilities' (NIHR204107)_. The project is a collaboration between Manchester Metropolitan University, The University of Sheffield, University of Central Lancashire and the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust. The role will involve working closely with co-researchers with learning disabilities from project partners (Manchester People First, Sunderland People First, SpeakUp Self Advocacy, and People First in Cumbria).

**About the role**:
The main purpose of the role will be to work as a member of the team to support the delivery of the research project. The Research Associate will be expected to carry out literature searches, to carry out interviews with people with learning disabilities, family members, paid carers and prescribers, and support the development and delivery of an online survey. The role will also include organising and participating in workshops and contributing to the development of reports and other outputs.

**To apply**:
Please submit your CV via the online portal and take the time to consider the essential criteria in the job description.
- You will also receive an additional discretionary payment of 2% per annum, which is in recognition of staff contribution to the University's achievements and which will be added to your base salary each month until 31_st_ July 2023._
- Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion._



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