Research Fellow CM)

Palliative Care Trial

Southampton Clinical Trials Unit, Faculty of Medicine

Overview

Southampton Clinical Trials Unit (SCTU) is seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow join the INDIGO study focusing on the development and evaluation of a palliative care intervention. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on end-of-life care by developing and evaluating behavioural interventions for medication administration.

The Role

You will co-lead the development and qualitative evaluation of behavioural interventions aimed at:

Training carers to administer intranasal medications at home to manage pain and agitation in individuals at end-of-lifeTraining palliative care professionals to effectively deliver this training to carers

Key Responsibilities

Conduct qualitative research with carers, people at end-of-life (where appropriate), and palliative care professionalsPlan and optimise interventions using the Person-Based Approach, including behavioural analysis and theoretical modellingDevelop intervention materials including written manuals and videos, working collaboratively with video creators and clinical teamsEngage with key stakeholder groups and facilitate wider public engagementApply for NHS and university ethical approval and other research approvalsDisseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations

About You

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

PhD in health or social research or related discipline (or equivalent professional qualifications and experience in a relevant discipline, e.g., psychology)Experience in conducting qualitative research, including data collection and analysisExcellent organisational skills with attention to detail in following gold standard research proceduresStrong problem-solving abilities and initiativeExcellent written and oral communication skillsAbility to work both independently and effectively as part of a team

Desirable Experience and Knowledge:

Experience of carrying out qualitative research with carers, people at end-of-life, or palliative care professionalsIn-depth understanding of the Person-Based Approach to intervention developmentExperience with research approvals processes (Governance/Ethics), including NHSAwareness of Good Clinical Practice

What We Offer

An opportunity to contribute to meaningful research that directly impacts end-of-life careCollaborative working environment with experienced researchers and cliniciansFlexible working arrangements (office/home-based)Support for professional development and conference attendanceScope to obtain experience across a broad portfolio of research within the Clinical Trials Unit

Additional Information

This post may require occasional travel to conduct research, including participant homes. Expenses will be covered.Attendance at national and international conferences for disseminating research results

Enquiries

Informal enquiries should be directed to Cherish Boxall (c.e.m.boxall@soton.ac.uk).

As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. We believe that we can only truly meet our objectives if we are reflective of society, so we are passionate about creating a working environment in which you are free to bring your whole self to work. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach.

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.

Apply by uploading your CV and a cover letter detailing how your skills and experience match the requirements of the role.

Closing Date: 10 Apr 2025

Section: Education, Research & Enterprise

Salary: £36,130 to £44,128 per annum Full Time Fixed Term until 30/11/2027