Agile working (blend of home and office based) / Arrangements for job share would be considered

The Opportunity

This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a research team in the School of Nursing in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

This role offers the chance to contribute to high-quality, impactful mental health research, working alongside a dynamic team committed to improving mental health outcomes in people with Complex Emotional Needs (CEN).

The post holder will deliver funded research, primarily quantitative and mixed methods studies, as part of part of a large NIHR mental health grant with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

The post-holder will support development and writing of future grant applications within existing themes of research.

You will have a PhD in a health-related subject and extensive experience in mental health research, preferably some experience working with people with Complex Emotional Needs (CEN). You will have experience of working with NHS and community organisations who support people with mental health problems.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff.

In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade 8 (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site 'outstanding' nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience.

With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 13,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University's Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Gary Lamph [email protected] Applications to this email address will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held on: 27 May 2026