ECO Research Fellow (1092418LG)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a researcher to help develop e-health interventions (using LifeGuide software and the Person-Based Approach to development), in collaboration with a large research team. They will work closely with Dr Miriam Santer (CI), Dr Ingrid Muller (Programme Manager), and members of the Southampton LifeGuide team.

The study is part of a NIHR funded Programme Grant for Applied Research to develop digital interventions for families and young people with eczema. This post is offered full-time or part-time for 11 months. The post will be available from February 2019.

You will be educated to degree level or equivalent, preferably with a higher degree or PhD, possess excellent attention to detail, organisational and communication skills.  Understanding and knowledge of health psychology or a closely related area is essential and experience of developing interventions is desirable. Excellent word processing, communication skills and a good eye for detail are essential requirements for this post.

Applications for Research Fellow positions will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification.  The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon successful completion of the PhD.  Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact Dr Ingrid Muller on 023 8059 2581 or I.Muller@soton.ac.uk.

A DBS check may be required for this vacancy.

Application procedure:

You should submit your completed online application form at www.jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Ita Holmes (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 9002. Please quote reference 1092418LG on all correspondence.

Please note: The University Recruitment department will be closed from close of business on Thursday 20th December 2018 to Wednesday 2nd January 2019, so we will not be able to assist you with any application queries during this time.

The Faculty of Medicine holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award demonstrating commitment to equal opportunities and gender balance in the workplace. The Faculty recognises that applicants may seek flexible working patterns which will be considered as part of the recruitment process. For further information including key benefits designed to help maintain and support employees' well-being and work-life balance, please see our working with us website pages.

Closing Date: 21 Dec 2018
Post Type: Education, Research & Enterprise