Job summary Closing Date: 8th June (midnight) Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing: 9th June Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 16th June We are seeking an experienced researcher with expertise in research project management and qualitative research methodologies, to take a lead role in a new research grant funded by the Stroke Association. The study will explore the use and potential impact of hospital-based green spaces for stroke in-patients, their visitors and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-class research centre and to work with internationally-renowned experts. Main duties of the job The post holder will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate the delivery of this project. The post holder will be involved in setting up the research project and will assume day-to-day responsibility for project management activities. The post holder will take a lead in implementing qualitative research for the study, which will include: Co-ordinating applications for ethical and regulatory approvals Collection of contextual data in stroke units (which are geographically dispersed) Conducting behavioural mapping of activity in green spaces in all seasons Conducting interviews with health care professionals, patients and their carers, and lay participants in hospitals and people's homes Analysing data using the Framework approach Synthesising data collected using different methods Organising and running Expert Group meetings with health care professionals, patients and their carers, and lay participants to generate recommendations Other responsibilities will include public engagement activities, data management, co-ordinating the activity of another researcher, convening project management team meetings, and providing regular progress reports. There is an expectation that the post holder will be prepared to work flexibly and travel as required to attend participating sites as well as local/regional/national meetings/events. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Details Date posted 23 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 24 months Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 389-25-7215016 Job locations Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities Contribute to a national and internationally recognised programme of research, within a framework of health services research. Oversee management and implementation of the project. Ensure that research governance procedures and data protection is adhered to at all times according to local and national guidance. Conduct qualitative research with staff, patients, and carers. Manage and analyse a range of mixed-methods case study data. Organise and conduct Expert Groups with a range of stakeholders (staff, patients and carers) to develop recommendations. Work collaboratively with our patient and public involvement (PPI) group and clinicians. Report project progress and results. Work as appropriate with colleagues in the Research Delivery Network and academic colleagues in the University of Leeds and other collaborative partners. Manage workload to ensure that the research is completed within timescales. Contributing to resource and budget planning and assisting in management of project budgets. Where appropriate, line management responsibility for ASR staff e.g. Research Fellow. Provide training in specialty to support development of others. Disseminate research results through writing of academic papers in high impact journals, and presenting at national and international conferences and meetings. Contribute to development of new research proposals. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues in the ASR. Work with academic colleagues to take advantage of funding opportunities. Such other duties at a comparable level of responsibility, as may normally be agreed with the job holder. Job description Job responsibilities Contribute to a national and internationally recognised programme of research, within a framework of health services research. Oversee management and implementation of the project. Ensure that research governance procedures and data protection is adhered to at all times according to local and national guidance. Conduct qualitative research with staff, patients, and carers. Manage and analyse a range of mixed-methods case study data. Organise and conduct Expert Groups with a range of stakeholders (staff, patients and carers) to develop recommendations. Work collaboratively with our patient and public involvement (PPI) group and clinicians. Report project progress and results. Work as appropriate with colleagues in the Research Delivery Network and academic colleagues in the University of Leeds and other collaborative partners. Manage workload to ensure that the research is completed within timescales. Contributing to resource and budget planning and assisting in management of project budgets. Where appropriate, line management responsibility for ASR staff e.g. Research Fellow. Provide training in specialty to support development of others. Disseminate research results through writing of academic papers in high impact journals, and presenting at national and international conferences and meetings. Contribute to development of new research proposals. Provide advice and guidance to colleagues in the ASR. Work with academic colleagues to take advantage of funding opportunities. Such other duties at a comparable level of responsibility, as may normally be agreed with the job holder. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of research project management Experience of conducting qualitative interviews and observations Experience of analysing qualitative data Relevant research experience in the field of stroke, elderly care and/or disability. Experience of organising and conducting research in an NHS /academic or similar setting Experience of working with older people, carers and health professionals Experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working Authoring peer-reviewed research publications Desirable Experience in undertaking behavioural mapping Experience of conducting workshops with health professional and patient & public stakeholders Experience of working with stroke survivors Experience of undertaking a case study / ethnography Experienced of working with ethnic minorities in the UK context Skills Essential Facilitation skills and the ability to work with and co-ordinate the work of a range of stakeholders (PPI representatives, health professionals and researchers) Ability to motivate and manage staff and implement best practice Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Desirable Ability to translate a strategic overview into operational plans Demonstrated facilitative and negotiating skills Successful grant applications Multilingual Car driver with access to own vehicle Knowledge Essential Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages Desirable Knowledge of specialist qualitative analysis software packages (e.g. NVivo) Knowledge of IRAS/HRA processes Knowledge of case study methodology Qualifications Essential Postgraduate qualification or professional equivalent in health or health/social care related studies * Desirable PhD Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of research project management Experience of conducting qualitative interviews and observations Experience of analysing qualitative data Relevant research experience in the field of stroke, elderly care and/or disability. Experience of organising and conducting research in an NHS /academic or similar setting Experience of working with older people, carers and health professionals Experience of effective multi-disciplinary team working Authoring peer-reviewed research publications Desirable Experience in undertaking behavioural mapping Experience of conducting workshops with health professional and patient & public stakeholders Experience of working with stroke survivors Experience of undertaking a case study / ethnography Experienced of working with ethnic minorities in the UK context Skills Essential Facilitation skills and the ability to work with and co-ordinate the work of a range of stakeholders (PPI representatives, health professionals and researchers) Ability to motivate and manage staff and implement best practice Excellent organisational and interpersonal skills Well-developed written and verbal communication skills Desirable Ability to translate a strategic overview into operational plans Demonstrated facilitative and negotiating skills Successful grant applications Multilingual Car driver with access to own vehicle Knowledge Essential Computer literate and knowledge of Microsoft Office software packages Desirable Knowledge of specialist qualitative analysis software packages (e.g. NVivo) Knowledge of IRAS/HRA processes Knowledge of case study methodology Qualifications Essential Postgraduate qualification or professional equivalent in health or health/social care related studies * Desirable PhD Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Bradford Institute for Health Research, Bradford Royal Infirmary, Duckworth Lane, BD9 6RJ Bradford, United Kingdom