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We are seeking an enthusiastic and ambitious Postdoctoral Research Fellow for a unique role, cross-cutting two interconnected and growing interdisciplinary programmes of research into Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD support for children and young people (CYP) with serious and complex needs, (CYPIMHS) at the University of Salford. This new 12-month post provides an exciting opportunity to help shape the next stage of our research.
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Working with an established multi professional team, You will work across the FASD and CYPIMH research programme to develop the networks, strategic partnerships, knowledge mobilisation and impact required to translate individual projects into sustainable programmes of research.
You will provide strategic support to academic staff across a range of disciplines in gathering, evidencing and shaping impact case studies; strengthening knowledge-exchange activity with policy, practice, industry and communities; and maximising our responsiveness to external funding opportunities
Key Responsibilities
Work collaboratively with academic leads to support the development of research programmes and REF 2029 impact case studies across Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) and support for children and young people with serious and complex mental health needs requiring intensive intervention (CYPIMHS)
Design and implement appropriate methods to gather evidence of research impact from external stakeholders, partners and beneficiaries.
Conduct both qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis (e.g. interviews, surveys, focus groups, documentary analysis).
Map pathways to impact in collaboration with researchers, identifying key evidence gaps and support needs
Assist in the synthesis and writing of evidence-informed narratives for use in case studies and other reporting formats.
About the Faculty
The Centre for Applied Health Research at the University of Salford has a growing portfolio of interdisciplinary FASD and CYPIMHS research spanning complex intervention development and evaluation, population health, clinical research and criminal justice, health service delivery research, and co-production with young people and families, alongside emerging University investment in neuroimaging and biomarker research.
This is a unique opportunity to work with a multi-professional team, working at the cutting edge of two interconnected and exciting areas of health research.
What's in it for you?
Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
Sustainable Salford - we have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
Greater Manchester - live and work in one of the most vibrant regions in the UK, a hot spot of digital innovation, excellent schools and colleges, and with affordable city, suburban and rural living options to suit a wide range of lifestyles
Our Peel Park campus is unique with lots of green spaces and great transport links including Salford Crescent train station means we're easy to get to
A rewarding career - where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you
Please note this opportunity may close early depending on applicant volume.
Job Description
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.
Job Info
Job Identification
1150
Job Category
Academic
Posting Date
11/13/2026
Apply Before
11/26/2026
Job Schedule
Full time
Locations
43 The Crescent, Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 4WT, GB
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Contract Type
Fixed Term
Duration of FTC
12 months
Salary From
£39,560
Salary To
£46,970
DBS required
No
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No
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