Research Fellow, Mental Health Services Research

Research Fellow, Mental Health Services Research

Location: ST5 5BG

Pay: £48,822.00 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: Yes

Closing Date: 02/05/2026

About this job

Agile working (blend of home and office based) / Arrangements for job share would be considered. This post represents an exciting opportunity to join a research team in the School of Nursing in the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

This role offers the chance to contribute to high-quality, impactful mental health research, working alongside a dynamic team committed to improving mental health outcomes in people with Complex Emotional Needs (CEN). The post holder will deliver funded research, primarily quantitative and mixed methods studies, as part of a large NIHR mental health grant with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences.

The post-holder will support development and writing of future grant applications within existing themes of research.

You will have a PhD in a health-related subject and extensive experience in mental health research, preferably some experience working with people with Complex Emotional Needs (CEN). You will have experience of working with NHS and community organisations who support people with mental health problems.

Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff.

In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade 8 (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

Equity and Diversity

In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

Apply

How to Apply: For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: Interviews will be held on: 27 May 2026.

Please note this appointment is subject to both medical clearance by the University's Occupational Health provider and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

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