Research Manager
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Research Manager REF:2211
PO7: Starting salary 59772 per annum incl LW
Fixed Term Contract or Secondment Opportunity until December 2026.
About Us:
It is an exciting time to join Lambeth Councilwe have bold ambitions for the future of Lambeths communities and residents through ourLambeth 2030 Plan Our Future Our Lambeth.To deliver on these ambitions we have embarked our transformational One Lambeth Programme ensuring we are connected by purpose in everything we do to deliver excellence. We are proud to have recently developed a refreshed set of One Lambeth Values and Behaviours that were developed for staff by staff;Equity Ambition Kindness and Accountability. For more information please have a look at our dedicatedOne Lambeth Values and Behaviours page.
About the Borough:
Located in the heart of South London Lambeth Borough is a vibrant community of over 317600 residents. Stretching from the dynamic neighbourhood of Streatham in the South to the iconic landmarks of Waterloo in the North we are proud to be the 9th largest borough in London. Our diversity is our strength with more than 130 languages spoken making Lambeth the home of the Windrush generation Londons largest LGBTQ community and a thriving Portuguesespeaking community.
With exceptional schools lush green spaces including Brockwell Park cultural gems like the Black Cultural Archives and worldrenowned institutions such as St Thomass Hospital Lambeth offers an enriching and dynamic environment.
About the Team:
Are you a looking for a new opportunity something that is innovative and really starts to challenge the status quo and make a difference
The Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) Research Manager will lead the HDRC research team. The role will work closely with a wide range of senior stakeholders in academic and other research organisations including funders to build research infrastructure in Lambeth Council foster research culture and develop research grant proposals for research into addressing the wider health determinants. The role will involve leading the development and conduct of HDRC research and collaborations. The postholder will be instrumental in developing the interface between researchers practitioners and policy makers/implementation. The postholder should be an enthusiastic and experienced researcher who can lead on the development and delivery of a research strategy focused on wider health determinants including a range of collaborations to secure sustained funding for research and to contribute to the development of Lambeth Councils research infrastructure including significant cultural change.
About the Role:
The HDRC Research Manager will lead the HDRC research team. The role will work closely with a wide range of senior stakeholders in academic and other research organisations including funders to build research infrastructure in Lambeth Council foster research culture and develop research grant proposals for research into addressing the wider health determinants. The role will involve leading the development and conduct ofHDRC research and collaborations. The postholder will be instrumental in developing the interface between researchers practitioners and policy makers/implementation. The postholder should be an enthusiastic and experienced researcher who can lead on the development and delivery of a research strategy focused on wider health determinants including a range of collaborations to secure sustained funding for research and to contribute to the development of Lambeth Councils research infrastructure including significant cultural change. You will Lead motivate and manage the work of a research staff team including regular individual supervision performance management and biannual appraisal of staff in accordance with all council requirements and supporting individual professional development including coaching and mentoring where appropriate.
To be considered for interview your CV and supporting statement will clearly evidence:
- Extensive practical knowledge and experience of undertaking complex research projects
- Understanding of health and care qualitative data and familiarity with wider health determinants
- Good knowledge and experience of research and information governance
- Experience of strengthening resident and community engagement in research
- Experience of collaborative working across multiple disciplines and/or agencies
- Educated to postdoctoral level (PhD) or masters level (MSc) in Public Health Epidemiology Social Sciences or related discipline or holding professional qualification
For detailed qualifications and requirements please review the job description and person specification in hyperlink below:
Job Description and Person Specification
Contact Information:
For an informal discussion about the role please contact Emily Aidoo
How to Apply:
If youre interest in this opportunity click on the apply button and complete an online application. In your supporting statement please clearly demonstrate how you meet the shortlist criteria marked with an A at shortlist stage.
We operate an anonymised application process so be sure to remove personal details when uploading your CV or personal statement.
Recruitment Timelines:
Closing date: 11:59pm Wednesday 9th April 2025
Please note we reserve the right to close the application process early if we receive enough applicants.
Benefits:
We believe in rewarding our staff. When you join us youll gain access to a range of benefits including:
- Participation in our 5 Staff Networks: Black Asian and MultiEthnic LGBTQ Disability Young Professionals and Womens.
- Generous annual leave entitlement starting from 27 days increasing to up to 35 days depending on length of service.
- Membership in the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Hybrid Working.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Occupational Sick Pay based on length of service.
- Discounts at local restaurants.
- Discount at our Active Lambeth Gyms.
- Learning and Development opportunities including Apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Secure Bike Storage facilities at our Town Hall and Civic Centre.
- Trade Union Membership.
At Lambeth we are dedicated to providing quality services and equal opportunities for all. We are committed to safer recruitment and are proud to be a Stonewall diversity champion a Living Wage Employer and to guarantee interviews for all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria of the role. For a full list of our accreditations pleaseclickhere.
We actively support applications from Lambeth Care Leavers
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
