Job description

About the role
In this role you will be joining the project, Seeking help for Breathlessness in different ethnic communities. A Qualitative Study. The overall aim of this research is to explore current help seeking for breathlessness in diverse communities to better inform how people can be supported and signposted to seek help in a timely manner, improving the diagnostic pathway and outcomes for people with chronic respiratory disease.

You will provide qualitative research skills, including conducting qualitative research, analysing qualitative interview data, and writing reports and articles for publication. You will also support the day-to-day management of the project, gaining research governance approvals, and organisation of and contribution to team meetings.

About you

We are looking for a candidate with expertise in qualitative methods, a general interest in health services delivery and excellent communication skills.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Gillian Doe on ged6@leicester.ac.uk or 0116 250 2759

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.

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.

Vacancy terms

Full-time, part-time (minimum 0.8FTE, 30 hours per week) or job share considered, fixed term contract until 31 March 2026