Postdoctoral Research Associate at The University of Edinburgh

Full Time, 35 hours a week

Fixed term until 31st July 2028

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our Patient and Public Involvement Team. You will conduct participatory research into attitudes towards genetic testing/personalised medicine in the depression treatment pathway and interact regularly with our Lived Experience Advisory Panel. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, as outreach to form part of our PPIE activities.

The Opportunity:

This post is advertised as full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.  We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working. 

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Relevant qualifications in a discipline connected to the medical humanities / social sciences or equivalent professional experience. 
• Experience with research ethics approvals. 
• Participatory research skills including online survey design and analysis and working with focus groups. 
• Excellent data management skills.
• Public engagement and science communication experience.