Research Associate in Health Services Research

The Opportunity  

This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join a team of staff in Keele University's School of Medicine within the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.   

The post holder will work on an externally funded research project to deliver the qualitative work package within an NIHR funded study which will explore why people from under-served minority ethic groups with long term physical conditions may not access or benefit from NHS Talking therapies.  

The post-holder will recruit participants and conduct (usually online or telephone) interviews with people from under-served groups, primary care clinicians and practitioners from NHS Talking Therapies. The post-holder will lead analysis and dissemination activities. 

The post-holder will have a PhD in a relevant subject or equivant experience including conducting qualitative studies with older adults and primary care clinicians. 

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 7(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 values equality 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.  

OH and DBS 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. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Carolyn Chew-Graham, [email protected]  Applications to this address will not be accepted.  

Closing Date: 7th January 2026 

Post reference: KU00004773