PhD Studentship in the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration: Creating Safe Spaces for Neurodivergent Parents’ Mental Health
Join a pioneering research project focused on supporting neurodivergent parents' mental health.
Best for:Best for candidates passionate about mental health research and supporting neurodivergent communities.
Overview
This PhD studentship aims to explore the experiences of neurodivergent parents regarding perinatal mental health challenges. The research will involve co-producing interventions to enhance support for these parents, utilizing various qualitative and quantitative research methods. The successful candidate will critically engage with existing literature and contribute to developing evidence-based solutions. This position is sponsored by the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration and includes an 8-week placement as part of the program.
What you'll do
- Investigate the experiences of neurodivergent parents regarding perinatal mental health.
- Co-produce family-friendly interventions to support neurodivergent parents.
- Utilize qualitative and quantitative research methods for data collection and analysis.
- Engage with existing literature to inform research design and methodology.
- Participate in an 8-week placement as part of the PhD program.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in a relevant social or health sciences subject or equivalent professional experience
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; proficiency required
Instruction: English
- Strong interest in health and social care research
- Experience in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
- Ability to critically engage with academic literature
- Home fee status required (UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status)
- At least an upper second-class honours (2:1) bachelor's degree
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-20
Applications must be submitted through the University’s Apply to Newcastle Portal. Follow the instructions to select the appropriate course and submit your personal statement. Include the reference code 'ARC5' in your application.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Personal statement
Contact
Dr Ryc Aquino· Population Health Sciences
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