Research Fellow (NAIT) at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Research Fellow from a Health or Education Profession background, with specialist skills in the field of Neurodevelopmental conditions including Autism and ADHD across the lifespan, to make an important and tangible contribution to applied research in implementing multi-disciplinary pathways across Scotland.

The post involves collaborating with academic and clinical colleagues within a highly successful and vibrant multi-disciplinary research team, based at Queen Margaret University, led by a Senior Research Fellow in the Scottish Government National Autism Implementation Team (2019-2024)

It is expected the post holder will use initiative and creativity to identify areas for development in the field of neurodevelopmental conditions. They will demonstrate effective communication skills and have the ability to develop productive relationships with staff within the team and external stakeholders in the research. They will also have the ability to plan, co-ordinate and problem solve in collaboration with others. They may have previous experience of delivering practice based learning and continuous professional development activities within their field.

The post holder will support the administration, the development and the delivery of research grants, publications & teaching. 

We would be happy to receive applications from candidates with qualification in a health profession including occupational therapy and speech and language therapy.

Should you wish to apply for this vacancy please visit Vacancy Page and download the job description and complete an application form.

The closing date for this position is 23:59 BST on 8^th September 2023

Interview date:  Tuesday 26^th September 2023.

No unsolicited agency referrals please.

This role does meet the minimum requirements set by UKVI to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

As a university, we are committed to the Researcher Development Concordat and were, in fact, the first Scottish Higher Education Institute (and part of the first UK cohort of institutes) to publicly declare our commitment to its principles.

Queen Margaret University is committed to equality of opportunity for all by providing a supportive, flexible and inclusive working environment, and we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. Please have a look at our Diversity, Wellbeing and Inclusion Calendar.

We are proud to hold an Athena SWAN Bronze Award which recognises the advancement of gender equality at QMU. Find out more about Athena SWAN here. We have a number of family friendly policies and are happy to consider job share applications.