Research Associate in Cardiometabolic Health
Join a collaborative team focused on improving maternal cardiometabolic health outcomes.
Best for:Best for researchers with a background in health sciences and experience in qualitative research methods.
Overview
The University of Manchester is seeking a Research Associate in Cardiometabolic Health to contribute to the NIHR-funded Maternity Disparities Consortium. This role involves conducting impactful research on maternal health, particularly in cardiometabolic care. The successful candidate will engage with various stakeholders and utilize participatory methods to enhance understanding of care pathways and inequalities. Applicants should be motivated and ready to work in a multidisciplinary environment.
What you'll do
- Collaborate with colleagues from partner universities to support research initiatives.
- Conduct participatory system mapping to analyze existing cardiometabolic care pathways.
- Identify barriers and facilitators to effective cardiometabolic care implementation.
- Enhance digital referral systems for postnatal care following gestational diabetes diagnosis.
- Investigate intersectional drivers of cardiometabolic health inequalities.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in behavioural science, implementation science, or a related health field
Language: English; proficiency not specified
Instruction: English
- Experience in intervention development and implementation science research
- Proficiency in qualitative research methods, including participatory approaches
- Ability to engage actively with community groups and stakeholders
- Strong teamwork skills in a multidisciplinary setting
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15
Interested candidates should apply through the provided application link. Ensure all required documents are submitted before the deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- 3 reference letters
Contact
Samina Faisal· Research Supervisor
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