Qualitative Research Fellow

Qualitative Research Fellow page is loaded Qualitative Research Fellowremote type: Eligible for Agile Workinglocations: Cottingham Road Campustime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: January 4, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR101238Salary£39,906.00At University of Hull, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in University of Hull workplace. These include people from global majority backgrounds; people who have a declared disability; LGBTQI+ people; and women particularly for our Grade 9 and 10 roles.Known for its academic excellence and state of the art facilities, the University of Hull are looking for individuals to play their part in tackling the big issues facing humanity. We are research leaders in clean energy, flood resilience, cancer and wound care and the fight against modern slavery. We change the world for the better. With a Commitment to Excellence in Teaching and Student Success, we pride ourselves on our dedication to meeting the diverse needs and aspirations of our students. We have been recognized with a TEF Gold award and consistently high National Student Survey results, underscoring our commitment to delivering top-tier education.As staff, we play a pivotal roles in the evolution of our university ensuring we are key players in the academic world. The post holder will undertake the qualitative process evaluation that is embedded within the HAMLET trial. The post holder will work with the clinical trial team and NHS sites to understand the logistical barriers, set up delays and recruitment issues from the perspective of sites, and identify and test out potential solutions.During the pilot study the postholder will conduct semi-structured interviews with trial consenters and decliners to capture their understanding of the trial to inform trial management and planning.The postholder will also conduct longitudinal interviews with patients to capture longer term recovery experiences of participants (up to 3 years post amputation if the internal pilot study is successful), as little is known about the quality of life impact of amputation. Towards the end of the trial the researcher will conduct interviews with trial staff to elucidate the implementation issues surrounding this intervention to understand how sites can support adoption of TKA, should the trial demonstrate patient benefit.The Research Fellow will be responsible for all data collection and analysis, with input from the wider team on analysis and interpretation of the findings. As interviews may take place face to face, this post will involve some national travel and provides good opportunities for national and regional networking with sites across the UK. The continuation of funding to the full trial is dependent on recruitment to the pilot study, so the post will be offered to September 2026 in the first instance. Specific Duties and Responsibilities of the post Facilitating the engagement of clinicians at sites, in conjunction with York Trials Unit staff Liaison with York Trials Unit and the Vascular Unit at HYMS Writing research protocols and seeking/gaining ethical and related approvals Setting up and undertaking interviews with patients and staff. Maintaining relevant records on recruitment to the study Collecting qualitative research data using semi-structured interviews Leading the analysis, interpretation and write up of qualitative material in conjunction with the research team. Contributing to other research activities as required Liaising with other members of the research team and collaborators so as to facilitate successful team working and delivery of the programme Organising and attending team meetings as required Preparation of reports for team and other meetings and for NIHR, as well as abstracts for conferences and papers for publications The post holder will be expected to attend courses provided by the university designed to aid their professional development. Liaison with and assisting NHS and other clinical collaborators regarding study set up, recruitment and conduct Liaising with the NIHR Clinical Research Network to upload accruals.The hours of this fixed term post are offered at 21.9 hours (60% FTE).Band 7 salary range U031-U036 £39,906.00 - £46,049.00 per annum pro rata.For an informal discussion about this position please contact Dr Maureen Twiddy, Reader, Hull York Medical School email: T:.Please ensure you upload a Cover Letter and CV as part of your application.If you would like to be part of our future or have any queries, then please get in touch today - Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match