Senior Research Fellow x 2 - Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC)

These are exciting new roles for the Council, where you will lead research teams to oversee and carry out research on priority topics related to the wider determinants of health. We are looking for two experienced researchers who will lead on the development and implementation of the HDRC research strategy and develop a research culture across the Council.

Working with the Programme Manager and Head of HDRC, you will take a lead on applying for grant funding to further meet the research objectives of the HDRC, and therefore have experience writing and managing research funding applications.

The HDRC will be working with teams across the Council, University of South Wales, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB), third sector partners and the community, and therefore you will need excellent partnership working skills and have the ability to build successful relationships.

You will be responsible for the line management of the teams Research Fellow and other research staff and therefore need to demonstrate robust management, leadership and interpersonal skills.

This is a great opportunity for you to be part of a new research collaborative and to contribute towards making a difference to citizens in Torfaen. If you are passionate about making a difference and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

We offer flexible working, family friendly policies, a generous pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement.

For an informal discussion regarding this vacancy please contact Gareth Cooke, Head of HDRC on 07933 885154 or email gareth.cooke@torfaen.gov.uk.

Torfaen County Borough Council strive to be a fair, supportive and effective employer. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. The Council expects all employees, paid or unpaid, to share this commitment.

You are welcome to submit your application in English or in Welsh. Each application will be treated equally.