Manchester Metropolitan University
Job title:
Fellowship Opportunity: Mental Health
Company
Manchester Metropolitan University
Job description
Embedded within the , the Team has brought significant contributions to the global field of mental health. Our work embodies humanitarian rights and social justice to better understand the complexities of trauma associated with mental health and how to prevent severe mental health problems and long-term institutionalisation. We use improvement-orientated methods that challenge cultural barriers and power imbalances, working closely with policy Think Tank groups, clinical staff, commissioners, community pillars, people with lived experience and their families to influence policy and practice.We were awarded NIHR grants to lead on research in health and justice inequalities for black men detained under the Mental Health Act and other commissioned research focusing on reducing restrictive practices for people with mental health problems, those with a learning disability and autistic people. We work closely with NHS trusts, strategically contributing to the development and evaluation of their research strands and initiatives. Our world-leading research has generated impact beyond academia, informing the development of local and national guidelines to minimise coercive practices in mental health settings. We are part of strong international networks in this area, e.g., EViPRG Group ( ) and FOSTREN ( ), working collaboratively to generate change at European level and beyond.About the role:
- To undertake world-leading and internationally excellent research using latest and innovative methodologies, as relevant in your area of research.
- To prepare, present and publish research outputs through the appropriate forums.
- To develop ideas for generating income to ensure the continued success and growth of research portfolio.
- To disseminate findings of research widely to further the institution’s standing in the HE and research community and strengthen the impact of the research.
About the candidate:An ambitious researcher, you must have a doctoral-level qualification in a relevant health related discipline, including Psychology, Nursing and be eager to contribute to our ongoing work, while developing your own research in the broad area of mental health, theoretical frameworks and methodologies appropriate for the people we want to serve.Requirements:
- Doctoral level qualification in a related research area.
- Possess breadth or depth of specialist knowledge and demonstrate potential for research independence.
- Excellent track record of relevant research outputs.
- Significant research experience in the chosen field of research, which should include where appropriate:
- leading the work of a team, co-ordinating effort and resources to meet objectives
- developing partnerships with internal and external agencies
- preparing funding proposals and applications to external bodies
- using initiative, creativity and judgement to develop appropriate approaches to research
- synthesising complex data from different sources and communicating findings via written reports and articles
- presenting at national and/or international research meetings
- supervising student work and providing appropriate support and feedback.
- Experience of managing and monitoring performance of research projects in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Ability to manage projects involving academic institutions and funding bodies.
Please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification for a full list of essential & desirable criteria.Academic Contact: Dr Alina Haines ( ) to discuss the fellowship opportunity in detail.Closing Date: 29 May 2024If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us onTo apply to the fellowship, click hereTo return to the main fellowship page, click here
Expected salary
Location
Manchester
Job date
Sat, 06 Apr 2024 07:34:08 GMT
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