Research Assistant (Informed Policy - Fleming)

Job description

About the role

We are currently seeking a highly motivated Policy Analyst to support the delivery of research projects which are jointly led by researchers from Imperial College London and City, St George's, University of London.

The postholder will also collaborate with researchers across the Fleming Initiative and external stakeholders as appropriate and will work closely with the Informed Policy co-leads in the management of the overall work plan, to deliver project deliverables, reports and scientific papers, develop research funding proposals and support the training and supervision of other research team members.

What you would be doing

Working closely with the Principal Investigator and Co-Investigators, you will provide day-day project management support for operational and administrative tasks to ensure the effective delivery of the research programme.

• The postholder will support mixed method research and analysis to generate policy relevant evidence and insights to address antimicrobial resistance in national and global settings.
• You will interpret findings and identify opportunities for the global scale of successful interventions, working with international partners of the Fleming Initiative.
• Research support will include data collection and analysis and report writing and contribution to peer-reviewed publications and also contribute to future funding proposals.

What we are looking for

The successful candidate will have clinical experience as well as qualitative research experience and an evidenced (by prior collaboration or publication) interest in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) policy research.

• A master's in health policy or management or related field and knowledge of health systems change is essential.
• Experience of multidisciplinary working, including conducting research with one or more of the following groups: public members, patients, healthcare professionals and policymakers are essential to this role.
• Knowledge of structured policy analysis frameworks and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary research team is essential.

Experience of project management is desirable. You should have the ability to organise/prioritise own work with minimal supervision.

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• As a member of research staff you have 10 development days to use to develop your skills and explore your career prospects

• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), fixed term for 24 months based at St Mary's Campus.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: [Raheelah Ahmad] - [[email protected]].