Research Associate

Research Associate Join to apply for the Research Associate role at University of Bath This is an exciting opportunity to join the newly formed Bath Mental Health Research Group (MHRG) at the University of Bath. The MHRG is funded for an initial 5 years by the NIHR (National Institute for Health Research). The focus of our work is applied research aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of children and young people in the local region. Role: This post will support the substance use and addiction work package of the MHRG, led by Prof Tom Freeman. Key areas of focus include identifying substance use needs within the local region through quantitative surveys, assessing how current services meet these needs, and mapping the gap between need and provision to inform further service development. The role will also pilot new interventions, support funding applications, and collaborate with stakeholders and individuals with lived experience. We are looking to recruit a candidate with demonstrated excellence in quantitative methods and experience in addiction and/or mental health research. Training and Development: Clear commitment to skills training and career development. Opportunities to receive further research training (e.g., in PPIE and good clinical practice) and to develop personal fellowship applications hosted at the University of Bath. Opportunities to collaborate with partner institutions in the GW4 network. Eligibility: We welcome applications from candidates with lived or living experience in the areas covered within our research remit, including common mental health difficulties, substance use or neurodiversity. The selection process will be inclusive and will include online interviews. About the Department Our Department of Psychology is world-renowned for its excellence in research and teaching, regularly appearing in the top 5 in national league tables. Research spans more than six sub-disciplines and the department offers a rapidly expanding Early Career Researcher community and a new purpose‑built £30 million building with state‑of‑the‑art labs. Additional Information This is a full‑time (1.0 FTE) post available for an initial period of 3 years. Part‑time applications (minimum 4 days a week, 0.8 FTE) will also be considered. Regular in‑person attendance at the University of Bath is required, and travel within the local area (Bath and North‑East Somerset, Swindon, and Wiltshire) will be expected. Contact Prof Tom Freeman (t.p.freeman@bath.ac.uk) or Dr Pamela Jacobsen (pcj25@bath.ac.uk) for further information. Benefits Free counselling services through Health Assured Cycle to work scheme Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Staff discount at Team Bath gym Staff discounts on postgraduate tuition fees Staff discount on language courses Generous employer contributory pension schemes Generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days Personal and professional development opportunities including Apprenticeships and LinkedIn Learning Free entry to the Holburne Museum in Bath Local discounts and more A family‑friendly workplace Excellent reward package recognising talents of our diverse workforce Relocation allowance Visa reimbursement and interest‑free loan for immigration expenses Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not assess immigration or right to work status until the offer stage. If invited to interview does not guarantee eligibility for visa sponsorship. Further information is available on the application support webpage. Anonymous shortlisting: We aim to reduce unconscious bias by anonymising applicant details at the initial shortlisting stage. #J-18808-Ljbffr