An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled Post Doctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to support the establishment of the Institute for Resilient Health Systems (IRHS). The IRHS is a multi-partner research initiative between the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), the Malawi Liverpool Wellcome (MLW) Programme, and the Centre for Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS Research (CeSHHAR) in Zimbabwe. The Institute's vision is to strengthen resilient health systems worldwide, with a focus on underserved communities and multi-disciplinary research collaborations.
The post holder will conduct and disseminate research on health system resilience in Kenya, Malawi, the United Kingdom, Zimbabwe, and potentially other countries. You will also contribute to capacity strengthening in resilience research, knowledge translation, and research uptake. This is a 3-month contract.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Developing the Institute's research agenda on health system resilience
* Leading and supporting grant proposal development
* Conducting literature reviews and developing study protocols, data collection tools, and ethical applications
* Liaising with partners in LMICs for data collection, management, analysis, and report writing
* Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals
* Producing and disseminating research outputs as part of research uptake and communication strategies
* Contributing research ideas and participating in planning research activities
* Supporting teaching and capacity strengthening activities within LSTM
You will possess:
* A PhD in health or health-related social science discipline with research skills component
* Experience designing and conducting research, including data collection and analysis in LMICs
* A strong track record of academic publications in peer-reviewed journals
* Applied research skills relevant to health systems, including qualitative and/or quantitative methods
* Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
Additional Benefits
* 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (prorated for short-term contract)
* Generous occupational pension schemes
* Opportunities for professional development and training
* Supportive, inclusive working environment
Application Process:
To apply, please upload your CV and Covering Letter. Due to the volume of applications, vacancies may close early. It is therefore advisable to apply promptly.
Inclusion at LSTM
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About LSTM
Founded in 1898, the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM) is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for teaching and research in tropical diseases. LSTM works through strong partnerships to improve health, particularly in low-resource settings.
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