About the role

The NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre is looking for a skilled and motivated researcher to join Dr. Natalie Darko and the BRC Inclusion Platform team. This role involves leading and supporting projects aligned with our 5-year EDI strategy, developing inclusive initiatives, and maintaining detailed equality monitoring records.

Key responsibilities include data collection and analysis, providing expert EDI advice, and collaborating with the PPIE team. A relevant MSc and research experience are required. Join us, this is your opportunity to shape and promote inclusive practices in health research.

About you

We are looking for someone who has previous research experience and skills in supporting data collection and data analysis and someone who can provide evidence in leading and contributing to academic publications. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and problem solving skills and will be a great communicator, both written and verbal. They must be passionate about equity, equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in research.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Natalie Darko, Director of Inclusion at the NIHR Leicester BRC on [email protected].

Applications for job share will be considered.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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