PhD Studentship NIHR ARC NENC: Understanding Cardiovascular Risk Communication and Preventative Care in Women with Female-specific Cardiovascular Risk Factors

Join a vital research initiative addressing cardiovascular health in women.

Best for:Best for candidates with a background in health-related research and a passion for women's health issues.

Newcastle University · Northern England, United Kingdom · R1 · First-stage researcher

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Cardiovascular diseaseWomen's healthRisk communicationPreventative careQualitative research

Deadline

Oct 20, 2026

6 days

Funding

Salaried

£21.8k/yr

Start date

January 2027

Full-time

Location

Northern England

United Kingdom

Overview

This PhD studentship focuses on understanding how women perceive cardiovascular risks that are specific to them, such as those related to hormonal factors and lifestyle. The research aims to explore women's awareness and experiences regarding cardiovascular risk communication and preventative care. The project is sponsored by the NIHR ARC NENC and offers an opportunity for an 8-week placement. Candidates will contribute to a significant area of women's health, addressing underrepresentation in clinical trials and improving healthcare interactions.

PhDCardiovascular riskWomen's healthHealth communicationPublic healthMixed-methods researchHealth researchNIHR ARC

What you'll do

Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on cardiovascular risk factors in women.
Engage with participants to gather data on their experiences and perceptions.
Analyze research findings and contribute to publications.
Collaborate with supervisors and other researchers in the field.
Participate in an 8-week placement to gain practical experience.

Requirements

Degree required: Master's degree in a health-related field, such as public health

Degree offered: PhD

Language: English; proficiency in academic writing

Instruction: English

Required skills

Understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies
Ability to conduct independent research
Strong analytical skills
Excellent communication skills

Nice to have

Experience in health-related researchFamiliarity with cardiovascular health issuesPrevious involvement in mixed-methods studies

Eligibility

Home fee status (UK and EU applicants with pre-settled/settled status)
Must meet residency criteria

Funding & terms

Type

Salaried

Amount

£21.8k/yr

Duration

3.5 years including placement

Programme

NIHR ARC

NIHR ARC: NENC

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 upload necessary documents. Include the reference code 'ARC3' in your application.

Documents required