About this role
Job reference: BMH-031352 Salary: £37,694 - £41,064 per annum depending on relevant experience Faculty/Organisational Unit: Biology, Medicine Health Location: Oxford Road Employment type: Fixed Term Division/Team: Division of Evolution, Infection & Genomics Hours Per Week: 1.0 FTE Closing date (DD/MM/YYYY): 14/05/2026 Contract Duration: 12 School/Directorate: School of Biological Sciences
Background
The UK Rare Disease Research Platform was established in 2023 with £14 million investment from the NIHR and the MRC. The ELSI Node includes projects led by the University of Manchester, the University of Oxford and Cardiff University. The Manchester team is exploring impact and outcomes in rare conditions clinical trials, with a focus on ensuring that patient and family perspectives shape research and policy-relevant outcomes.
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated researcher to contribute to the University of Manchester’s work within the MRC/NIHR ELSI Node. The postholder will support research focused on rare conditions clinical trials, including qualitative and mixed-methods research, engagement with patients, family members, public contributors and professionals, support for study recruitment, research ethics applications, and analysis of research data. The role will also contribute to patient and public involvement and engagement activity and help ensure that lived experience informs the direction and impact of the research.
About you
You will hold a postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline, such as Genetic/Genomic Counselling, Genomic Medicine, Nursing, Psychology, Medical Sociology or the Social Sciences. You will have experience of working with patients, public contributors, or vulnerable and marginalised groups, and experience of qualitative research methods including interviewing and analysis. Strong communication, organisational and collaborative working skills are essential. A PhD/DPhil in a relevant area would be advantageous.
Appointment details
This is a full-time, fixed-term appointment for 12 months, funded by the MRC/NIHR. The post is based on campus at the University of Manchester and requires regular in-person attendance. It is not available on a part-time or hybrid basis.
How to apply
Applications should be made online and must include a CV and supporting statement explaining how the applicant meets the selection criteria. Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr. Ramona Moldovan at [email protected].
What you will get in return:
Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working – you can find out more here
Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
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Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:
Dr Ramona Moldovan at [email protected].
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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.