POSITION DETAILS

Department of Pharmacy, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and Health
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Full time starting salary is normally in the range £32,546 to £35,116 with potential progression once in post to £39,355
Grade: 6
Part time (30 hours per week)
Fixed Term contract up to March 2027
Closing date: 6th August 2025

ROLE SUMMARY

• Work within specified research grants and/or projects
• Operate within area of specialism
• Contribute to publications

MAIN DUTIES

• Collect research data; this may be through a variety of research methods, such as scientific experimentation, literature reviews, and research interviews
• Analyse research data as directed
• To disseminate research findings using appropriate and effective media, such as publication in peer review journals and presentation at conferences and seminars
• Present research outputs, including drafting academic publications or parts thereof, for example at seminars and as posters
• Develop or adapt techniques, models and methods
• Provide guidance as required to support staff and any students who may be assisting with research
• Deal with problems that may affect the achievement of research objectives and deadlines
• Carry out administrative tasks related directly to the delivery of the research
• Promotes equality and values diversity acting as a role model and fostering an inclusive working culture
• To participate in Research Strategy meetings and update the project team and the commissioner on the progress of the research
• Assist in coordinating patient and public involvement strategies and ensure that materials are available in lay language for effective communication to patients and the wider public
• Contribute to the development of end-of-year reports
• Identify own training needs and undertake training that can facilitate the coordination and completion of research-related tasks
• Adhere to University policies on health and safety, data protection, and all other relevant policies