Research Scientist

3 weeks ago


Salford, Salford, United Kingdom The University of Manchester Full time

Job Title: Research Scientist

This is an exciting opportunity to work within the Photodermatoses Programme of the Manchester Biomedical Research Centre to explore psychological aspects of photosensitivity disorders. The post-holder will use mixed qualitative and quantitative methods to examine patient perception of the patient and clinician/therapist partnership, with a view to making improvements that assist the long-term self-management of photoprotective measures in photodermatoses patients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Use mixed qualitative and quantitative methods, including individual interviews and focus groups, to examine patient perception of the patient and clinician/therapist partnership.
  • Make improvements that assist the long-term self-management of photoprotective measures in photodermatoses patients.
  • Have a first degree and PhD in psychology or related subject with experience of human volunteer studies and in evaluating patient perception and self-management.
  • Have experience as a healthcare professional and of dermatology research.

What We Offer:

  • Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
  • Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
  • Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
  • Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

Equal Opportunities Employer:

As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Flexible Working:

We are positive about flexible working and you can find out more here.

Contact Information:

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Professor Lesley Rhodes

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