Research Fellow Realist Evaluation

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About us:

This is an opportunity for an individual with experience in realist evaluation to join the Centre for Health and Clinical Research (CHCR) at UWE Bristol. CHCR has a rapidly growing national and international reputation for high-quality research and knowledge mobilisation activities which benefit the health and wellbeing of individuals and society. 

Our research encompasses a range of clinical areas including musculoskeletal, neurology, pain, emergency care, urology, palliative and end of life care with cross-cutting themes of knowledge mobilisation (including evaluation) and children, young people and families.  This post is funded by Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire Integrated Care Board (ICB). 

About you:

We are looking for a self-motivated individual with the potential to progress as a research leader in realist evaluation methods.  You will need to demonstrate experience and an in-depth understanding of realist evaluation research methods. 

Within the role you would be expected to develop capacity for research based upon realist evaluation methods and conduct health related research individually or as part of a team to achieve the objectives of CHCR as well as the Research team of Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire ICB, including identifying sources of funding and contributing to the process of securing funds. Collaborative working with the Clinical Effective and Research Team at the ICB will be expected, to provide methodological support for evaluation of service initiatives. 

You will work closely with and be supported by the Director of CHCR as well as other senior members of the Centre and the  Research team from the ICB.

About UWE Bristol: 

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 36,000 students and 4,200 staff from right across the globe. Based in Bristol , one of the UK’s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.

In addition to progressive pay rates, we offer a wide range of employee benefits including generous annual leave and pension schemes as well as opportunities for training and personal development.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community .

We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we’re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you’ll thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, Multiple Heritage or Other Minority Ethnic and male candidates as we are currently under-represented in these areas within UWE Bristol, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

Further information

If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Professor Fiona Cramp on 0117 328 8501 or email: [email protected]

This is a fixed-term post for 2 years and is full time working on a 1.0 FTE contract.

This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time.

As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based with some opportunity for remote/home working.

This post requires standard DBS clearance.

UWE is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity to create an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who share our ambition to be a university recognised for the success and impact of our practice-oriented programmes; our strong industry networks and our inclusive global outlook.

Any candidates wishing to apply who are subsequently appointed to this role without current Right to Work in the UK can be supported to obtain the Global Talent Visa (Academics and Researchers). This will involve a self-application which is a two stage process and we recommend you read the information about each stage on the following links: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent-researcher-academic .

You may also wish to explore other visa options which you are eligible for which will allow you to work in the UK.

Please note that UWE does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.