Research Associate

Position: Research Associate

Location: Home-working

Hours: Part-time (2 days per week), 1-year contract, flexible hours

Salary: £40,000 pa (pro rata)

At www.SEHealthPolicy.com, we are at the forefront of developing public health policies grounded in robust academic research and tailored to real-world applications. We focus on creating and disseminating research that directly influences health policy decisions within the UK and EU, aiming to foster healthier communities through informed policymaking.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to support our ongoing projects. This role is ideal for someone who excels in research and desires to see their academic work translated into action. The successful candidate will manage and support various activities, from research planning, data collection and analysis, and dissemination via content creation for social and digital media platforms, e.g. podcasts.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Conduct thorough research on public health policies, particularly vaccine research and policy implications.

·      Analyse data and contribute to the production of reports and academic papers.

·      Help develop compelling content for various communication channels, including social media, to disseminate research findings and influence public discourse.

·      Engage with key stakeholders and participate in networking events to enhance our policy impact.

Requirements:

·      Degree in health or policy-related subject (Master-level education is desirable but not essential)

·      Demonstrable expertise in conducting detailed research with a track record of academic or professional publications.

·      Strong communication skills with the potential to develop further in stakeholder engagement.

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is advantageous.

·      Provide two samples of previous work that showcase your research prowess and communication skills.

Benefits:

·      Flexible home-working schedule

·      Opportunities to collaborate on transformative public health projects.

·      Travel to conferences and meetings with policymakers and researchers.

·      Professional development opportunities, particularly in research dissemination and stakeholder engagement.

·      Recognition in publications, enhancing your professional profile.

·      Access to a broad network of policymakers, funders, and industry experts.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a CV, a brief cover letter, and a sample of their research or communications work via email to sandra@sehealthpolicy.com entitled “Research Assiociate Application – [name]” detailing how their experience and skills meet the needs of this role.

Application Deadline: 10 November 2024

We are committed to turning sophisticated research into practical, actionable policies at SE Health Policy. Join us and contribute to shaping the European public health policy landscape.