Research Associate - Systematic Reviewer

Two-Year Fixed Term Post 01/04/2026 - 31/03/2028 0.5FTE

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

The Opportunity

This post represents an exciting opportunity/an exciting opportunity has arisen/we are looking for a motivated team member to join a team of staff in Keele University's Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

The post holder will develop protocols for evidence synthesis/systematic reviews focused on management of people with mental health problems in primary care and community organisations.

The post-holder will contribute to the delivery of studies as part of a large National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) mental health grant. You will have a PhD in a relevant subject and experience in conducting systematic reviews, particularly focussed on mental health.

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 lower end 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 athttps://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.

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 Nadia Corp. [email protected] Applications to this address will not be accepted.