The Research Fellow will lead on the delivery of a Diabetes UK-funded research
project exploring the experiences and support needs of siblings of children and
young people with Type 1 Diabetes and co-developing psychoeducational
resources to support families.
Working closely with the Research Assistant and the wider project team, the
postholder will undertake survey and qualitative research, coordinate recruitment,
conduct interviews, focus groups and participatory workshops, undertake analysis, and
support co-production of psychoeducational resources. Working with young people and
families, healthcare professionals, public contributors, charities and academic
partners, you will help co-develop psychoeducational resources and contribute to
publications, dissemination and future funding opportunities.
The post will be based within the Manchester Centre for Health Psychology, part
of the Division of Psychology and Mental Health at The University of Manchester.
The successful candidate will work closely with Dr Jo Brooks, Dr Rhiannon
Hawkes, Dr Daniela Ghio and project collaborators to deliver the study. They will
join a multidisciplinary team working with healthcare professionals, public
contributors, charities and community organisations to develop resources for
siblings of children and young people living with Type 1 Diabetes. The project
includes survey research, interviews, participatory workshops and resource
development activities involving families across the UK.
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to join our team as a
Research Fellow. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead the day-to-day
delivery of a Diabetes UK-funded study focused on the siblings of young people with
Type 1 Diabetes within a dynamic and inclusive environment.
About You
We encourage applications from individuals with a wide range of backgrounds
and experiences. You should demonstrate:
Essential Criteria:
• a PhD or equivalent research experience
• Strong expertise in qualitative health research and project delivery
Desirable Criteria:
• Experience of mixed methods, co-production, or research involving children,
young people or families would be advantageous.
We value transferable skills and real-world experience as much as formal
qualifications.
Our benefits include:
• Generous employer contribution pension
• 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays, along with Christmas closure
• Ride to work and EV car scheme available
For more information, please see University of Manchester Benefits. You can
also find information on our Flexible and Hybrid working here.
We are an open place of enquiry and challenge. We embrace and celebrate
difference, diversity and debate, and we pride ourselves on being a place of
education, learning and community where we are able, within the law, to
question and test received wisdom, express new ideas and explore controversial
or unpopular topics and opinions. Find out more from our Freedom of Speech
Policy.
Enquiries about the role, shortlisting and interviews
Name: Dr Jo Brooks
Email Address: Joanna.brooks@manchester.ac.uk
General enquiries and administrative support
recruitmentservices.people@manchester.ac.uk
Technical and job portal support
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This role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must
demonstrate the right to work in the UK.
Applications close at midnight on the closing date.
Further particulars (with person specification) linked below.