Graduate Research Assistant/Postdoctoral Research Associate
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 01 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £33,482 i £34,132 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 22 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Exeter, Devon |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 1 diwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | University of Exeter |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | Q00834 |
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The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences
This new part-time post (0.4FTE) is available immediately on a fixed term basis until 31/03/2026 and offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.
We welcome applications from candidates interested in job-sharing arrangements.
The post
We are looking for a proactive Postdoctoral Research Associate or Graduate Research Assistant to join an NIHR-funded project focused on increasing young men’s participation in mental health research. This group is often underrepresented, and the project will use participatory methods to explore how to support their engagement.
The study will use Photovoice (photography and storytelling) and Appreciative Inquiry (a strengths-based approach) to understand what enables participation and to test these methods in practice.
The role involves working closely with the Principal Investigator while also taking initiative in key areas—especially participant recruitment, workshop facilitation, data collection, and analysis. Mixed methods experience, particularly in qualitative research, and an interest in inclusive, participatory approaches are essential.
About you
The successful applicant will have an interest in participatory approaches to mental health research and a commitment to working with groups who are often underrepresented—specifically young men. You will be confident working independently, able to manage their time effectively, and comfortable taking initiative in day-to-day tasks.
You will be able to engage young men in research through clear communication, persistence, and a sensitive approach to discussing mental health. You will be organised, reliable, and able to manage logistics such as arranging workshops and coordinating research activities.
Experience with mixed methods research is important. You will be able to collect and analyse qualitative data using NVivo and carry out quantitative analysis using Jamovi, or be willing to learn. You will value lived experience and be committed to producing research that is inclusive, ethical, and impactful.
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
For Graduate Research Assistant, applicants will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study or equivalent experience and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes.
For Postdoctoral Research Associate, applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes.
Please note that candidates will need to have access to a car or willingness to take public transport given the travel requirement of this role.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of these roles.
What we can offer you
Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy
A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.
Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.
Further information
For further information please contact Dr David Francis Hunt, e-mail d.hunt3@exeter.ac.uk.
This new part-time post (0.4FTE) is available immediately on a fixed term basis until 31/03/2026 and offers the opportunity for hybrid working – some time on campus and some from home.
We welcome applications from candidates interested in job-sharing arrangements.
The post
We are looking for a proactive Postdoctoral Research Associate or Graduate Research Assistant to join an NIHR-funded project focused on increasing young men’s participation in mental health research. This group is often underrepresented, and the project will use participatory methods to explore how to support their engagement.
The study will use Photovoice (photography and storytelling) and Appreciative Inquiry (a strengths-based approach) to understand what enables participation and to test these methods in practice.
The role involves working closely with the Principal Investigator while also taking initiative in key areas—especially participant recruitment, workshop facilitation, data collection, and analysis. Mixed methods experience, particularly in qualitative research, and an interest in inclusive, participatory approaches are essential.
About you
The successful applicant will have an interest in participatory approaches to mental health research and a commitment to working with groups who are often underrepresented—specifically young men. You will be confident working independently, able to manage their time effectively, and comfortable taking initiative in day-to-day tasks.
You will be able to engage young men in research through clear communication, persistence, and a sensitive approach to discussing mental health. You will be organised, reliable, and able to manage logistics such as arranging workshops and coordinating research activities.
Experience with mixed methods research is important. You will be able to collect and analyse qualitative data using NVivo and carry out quantitative analysis using Jamovi, or be willing to learn. You will value lived experience and be committed to producing research that is inclusive, ethical, and impactful.
The successful applicant will be able to present information on research progress and outcomes, communicate complex information, orally, in writing and electronically and prepare proposals and applications to external bodies.
For Graduate Research Assistant, applicants will be educated to first degree level or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study or equivalent experience and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes.
For Postdoctoral Research Associate, applicants will possess a relevant PhD (or nearing completion) or possess an equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study and be able to demonstrate sufficient knowledge in the discipline and of research methods and techniques to work within established research programmes.
Please note that candidates will need to have access to a car or willingness to take public transport given the travel requirement of this role.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of these roles.
What we can offer you
Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy
A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Devon
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City
Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment
We are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.
Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.
Further information
For further information please contact Dr David Francis Hunt, e-mail d.hunt3@exeter.ac.uk.
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