Reader / Head of Research and Development for Nursing, Midwifery and AHPs at Ulster University

Campus: Belfast campus (UU) and Rosedale Gilford (SHSCT)

Closing Date: 26 May 2023

Reference Number: 019682

ABOUT US

We are a university with a national and international reputation for excellence, innovation and regional engagement, making a major contribution to the economic, social and cultural development of Northern Ireland

Our core business activities are teaching and learning, widening access to education, research and innovation and technology and knowledge transfer.

THE ROLE

For this Readership joint appointment between SHSCT and Ulster University we are looking for a leader who can work strategically to influence the development of interprofessional research, policy, practice, and education in both organisations.

This is a permanent full-time position.

From this recruitment exercise we intend to create a 12 month waiting list for same or similar roles within the University.

ABOUT YOU

The postholder will be required to hold:

• Doctoral qualification in an area of study that can be shown to be relevant to Nursing.
• Registered as a first level nurse on Part 1 of the live NMC Register or Midwife on the Live NMC Register

BENEFITS

• Competitive salary.
• Generous annual leave entitlement promoting a healthy work/life balance – plus, an additional 15 days per year when then university is closed.
• Enrolment in USS pension scheme – employer contribution of 21.6%, employee contribution of 9.8%.
• An environment that supports flexible working and allows you to balance both work and home life.
• An open and inclusive environment that celebrates and welcomes diversity.
• Onsite and discounted sports/gym facilities (3 months free gym membership at either the Jordanstown, Coleraine, or Magee Campus).
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Discounted eye tests with subsequent competitive prescription lens and frames.
• Exposure to the very latest in cutting edge technologies including Dell, Aruba, Checkpoint, Avaya, feeding your passion for IT.
• Autonomy in your role to make impactful decisions and changes to company processes.

ATHENA SWAN STATEMENT

Ulster University holds a Bronze Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing gender equality in higher education, read more on our website. The University has a range of initiatives to support a family friendly working environment, including flexible working.

The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities. Appointment will be made on merit.