Researcher
The University of Northampton, Northampton
Researcher
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The University of Northampton, Northampton
- Part time
- Permanent
- Remote working
Posted 2 weeks ago, 26 Jun | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: f8fdd0cd57444be6a3431afcab42f4d8
Full Job Description
The Faculty of Health, Sports & Behavioural Sciences is excited to offer a substantive 0.5FTE researcher post to support the development of externally funded research and knowledge exchange projects. The post holder will work with internal and external colleagues and partners on a range of research bidding, data collection, outputs and impact activities aligned to one or more of the Faculty's specialisms in interdisciplinary social sciences, Dementia Research & Innovation, Health Sciences and Services, Nursing and Midwifery, Psychology, Sport & Wellbeing. The post holder will be responsible for co-designing, planning and undertaking data collection, bidding, impact and knowledge exchange activities and supporting the development of Faculty research environment in alignment with requirements of the Research Excellence Framework.
We want you to be able to carry out your work in a way that best supports UON and our students, but also you as an individual. We understand this may vary between different areas of the university as well as from one person to another. With Smarter Working you can work with increased flexibility, if you would like to, which can facilitate greater freedom and autonomy.
This post is subject to a background disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service before any appointment can be confirmed., develop exciting opportunities for social impact, user-involvement and public engagement around research
foster evidence-based practice in diverse local, national and global health, education, and social care settings
sustain activities in support of researcher development, equalities and wellbeing, Creating an Inclusive Environment: Adopting a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensuring all activities are inclusive.
Supporting Students and Staff: Strengthening mental health support, enhancing disability confidence, and ensuring academic and professional support.
Tackling Inequalities: Involving students in recruitment, integrating forums for equality data analysis, and supporting networks for protected characteristics.
You should have knowledge, research experience relevant to at least one of the Faculty's specialist areas: interdisciplinary social sciences, Dementia Research & Innovation, Health Sciences & Services, Nursing & Midwifery, Psychology, Sport & Wellbeing. You should have experience of doctoral research, or equivalent research experience. You should have proven ability to work as a researcher, with demonstrable experience relating to research methods, bidding for research or knowledge exchange funding, and development of research outputs. You will be able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues and external stakeholders. You will have effective workload and project management skills and be able to effectively represent the University at meetings/events. You will be able to contribute to the production of research publications and funding bids and participate successfully in an interdisciplinary research community., Doctorate in relevant subject area and/or equivalent research experience
First degree in relevant discipline, Disability Confident
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The post will be based in the interdisciplinary Faculty of Health, Sports & Behavioural Sciences (FHSBS). FHSBS brings together many multidisciplinary colleagues with research skills and expertise, aligned with the Faculty's mission of advancing excellence in health, education, social care and social sciences., At the University of Northampton, we are committed to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and delivering meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a progressive, inclusive environment where excellence thrives for our students and staff., The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical, and sustainable environment that values equality, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment ensures an inclusive atmosphere for staff, students, and the public. We manage equality and diversity through key committees and formal policies, extending our responsibility to subsidiary companies and partnerships.
Together @ UON
Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Together @ UON affirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and promotes equality. We aim to foster a space where all can thrive, aligning with our mission to transform lives and inspire change.
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