Seeking a Research Fellow & Snr Research Fellow to join the new Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care System Research and Innovation Hub

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLES

This is a research leadership/management focused role where the Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow will be working with a small team and will be able to transfer and adapt their knowledge and skills to varying topic areas, dependent on need. The Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow will be able to prioritise their responsibilities and will have the ability to work in a complex environment, demonstrating creative solutions to problems. They will be expected to contribute to the growth of income and research activity for the new HWEICS Research and Innovation Hub.

In addition, this role will provide research leadership under the guidance of the Head of the HWEICS Research and Innovation Hub, developing and delivering a programme of research-related initiatives in collaboration with other members of staff at the University of Hertfordshire [UH] as well as partner organisations, as appropriate.

Further details: https://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DFT848/research-fellow-senior-research-fellow

Employer: University of Hertfordshire

Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield, Hertfordshire

FTE:1.0 FTE at UH07 (working 37 hours per week) and 1.0 FTE at UH08 (working 37 hours per week) Employed

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term Two years

Salary: UH07 Research Fellow: ￡37,099 pa with potential to progress to ￡44,263pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience.

UH08 Senior Research Fellow: ￡44,263 pa with potential to progress to ￡56,021pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience.

Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year.

Skills and experience required

It is essential that you have experience of working in a research environment or with a research team; this includes the established ability to form collaborative partnerships with other HEIs and/or external partners. Evidence of a sustained interest and knowledge of health-related research (and the underpinning skills) is also essential.

Qualifications required

At UH07, you will hold a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a health related subject.

In addition, for appointment at UH08, You will also hold A PhD/Doctorate in a relevant subject area and/or substantial proven experience working in an NHS or social care setting.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries

Dr Phillip Smith, Head of Research and Innovation, Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care Board ([email protected]) or Dr Lisa Whiting, Associate Dean Research, University of Hertfordshire (07960006592; [email protected])

Closing Date: 26 February 2024

Interview Date: 13 March 2024 (virtual)