Research Associate (NIHR Academy affiliated)
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £38,784 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 December 2025 |
| Location: | ST5 5BG |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Keele University |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | KU00004810 |
Summary
Full Time Fixed Term (6 years)
This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a team of staff in Keele University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.
The opportunity is nested within a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Programme Grant for Applied Research. The PROTECTs (PRevention of Osteoporotic fractures Through Equitable Case finding and Treatment Support, CI Professor Zoe Paskins) programme aims to reduce osteoporotic fractures by developing and testing a new, equitable approach for UK general practices to identify at-risk individuals using automated searches in medical records and offer tailored bone health assessments and treatments.
The post holder will work within qualitative workstreams in years 1-3 of the programme, which are underpinned by implementation science theory and a framework for research equity, the feasibility study (years 1-3) and the main trial process evaluation (years 4-6).
You will have a PhD (or recently submitted) in a related subject and experience of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
The Benefits
As an NIHR Academy affiliated post, the post benefits from
• Dedicated training and development budget
• Career development and support activities, such as mentorship and leadership
• Eligibility to apply for some short-term research training and academic career development awards
• Networking and career development events that embed them within the NIHR family
The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package, including:
• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• 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 bottom 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 12,500 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 at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/
Keele University values equality 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.
Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a team of staff in Keele University’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.
The opportunity is nested within a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Programme Grant for Applied Research. The PROTECTs (PRevention of Osteoporotic fractures Through Equitable Case finding and Treatment Support, CI Professor Zoe Paskins) programme aims to reduce osteoporotic fractures by developing and testing a new, equitable approach for UK general practices to identify at-risk individuals using automated searches in medical records and offer tailored bone health assessments and treatments.
The post holder will work within qualitative workstreams in years 1-3 of the programme, which are underpinned by implementation science theory and a framework for research equity, the feasibility study (years 1-3) and the main trial process evaluation (years 4-6).
You will have a PhD (or recently submitted) in a related subject and experience of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
The Benefits
As an NIHR Academy affiliated post, the post benefits from
• Dedicated training and development budget
• Career development and support activities, such as mentorship and leadership
• Eligibility to apply for some short-term research training and academic career development awards
• Networking and career development events that embed them within the NIHR family
The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package, including:
• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• 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 bottom 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 12,500 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 at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/
Keele University values equality 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.
Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University’s Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.
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