Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Researcher

Vacancy terms: Full-Time or Job Share Considered and Fixed-Term for 1 Year Salary details: Grade 7 - £38,205 to £44,263 per annum (pro rata if part-time) Hours per week: 37.5 Advert closes midnight on: 27 Jan 2024  About the role We have an exciting opportunity to join the University of Leicester as an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Researcher, to have specific responsibilities with initiating and establishing a research programme to develop and test an EDI checklist for cardiovascular trials. In this role, you will be working collaboratively and independently as part of a research team to achieve defined milestones and produce high quality research as part of a wider programme. For this research, we will be developing guidance to improve inclusion of underserved groups in research. This will include, but not be limited to: Scoping reviews of recruitment strategies National surveys to map current practice Convening stakeholder and Delphi workshops Beta-testing and process evaluation in clinical trials Dissemination You will have autonomy to lead in writing up research findings for dissemination amongst the research team and broader international community, and develop ideas and contributions for future grants, technical outputs. It’s a great role to network and make a contribution to the maintaining and furthering of the wider research programme and research area. About you As an ideal candidate, you will be able to demonstrate your expertise of a contribution to peer-reviewed journal papers, or equivalent, as well as have analytical problem-solving capability. You will have a flair for communication, in particularly being able to communicate complex information and be able to work effectively as part of a team, as well as the ability to work independently. Additional information Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Hardeep Aujla, ha200@leicester.ac.uk. As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world. As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, Diversity and Inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive. We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.