Research Assistant in Public Health (Ref: 41404)
Location: Brighton, UK
Hours:
- 0.4FTE (15 hours/week) from 15 September – 14 December 2025
- 1.0FTE (37.5 hours/week) from 15 December 2025 – 31 March 2026
Salary: Grade 6, £34,610 – £38,784 per annum (pro rata if part-time)
Contract type: Fixed Term
About the Role
Brighton & Sussex Medical School (BSMS), in partnership with the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration for Kent, Surrey and Sussex (ARC KSS), is seeking a Research Assistant to support applied health research in Primary Care & Public Health.
This is a desk-based role that will involve:
- Designing, developing, and delivering applied health research projects
- Assisting with funder reports and research publications
- Collaborating with academics, clinicians, and ARC KSS colleagues
You will work closely with:
- Prof. Carrie Llewellyn, Head of Primary Care & Public Health, BSMS and ARC KSS Theme Lead
- Dr Nina Lockwood, Postdoctoral Research Fellow
About You
We are looking for an early-career researcher with:
- Experience in applied health research (public health, health psychology, or related field)
- Knowledge of mixed-methods approaches
- Strong analytical and IT skills (Microsoft Office essential)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience in public health and knowledge of primary and community interventions is desirable.
About BSMS
Brighton & Sussex Medical School is a joint venture between the Universities of Sussex and Brighton, holding an Athena SWAN Gold Award.
The Department of Primary Care & Public Health focuses on improving healthcare access and outcomes, especially for underserved communities.
Our research spans multiple disciplines, including:
- General practice
- Public health
- Epidemiology
- Medical statistics
- Data science
- Psychology and behavioural medicine
Why Work Here?
- Work in a collaborative, research-led environment
- Beautiful campus next to the South Downs with excellent transport links
- Cycle-to-work scheme and other staff benefits
How to Apply
Informal enquiries:
- Prof. Carrie Llewellyn – C.D.Llewellyn@bsms.ac.uk
- Dr Nina Lockwood – N.Lockwood@bsms.ac.uk
Apply via: University of Sussex vacancies page.
We welcome applications from women and candidates from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, who are under-represented in STEMM at Sussex.
Visa sponsorship: This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship.
