Research Fellow - NIHR London ARC Postdoctoral Researcher

The NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) London is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Research Inclusion team, led by Professor Tushna Vandrevala at Kingston University. The post is an NIHR Career Development Award, with a planned start date of 1 December 2026.

NIHR ARCs bring together universities, NHS organisations, local authorities, health and care providers, voluntary and community organisations, and the public to deliver applied research that improves health and social care services and outcomes.

The ARC London Research Inclusion theme aims to strengthen inclusive research practices, address structural barriers to participation and ensure research better reflects and benefits London's diverse and underserved communities.

Based within Kingston University's School of Nursing, Allied and Public Health, you will play a leading role in delivering Research Inclusion initiatives across London, including:

• Design, deliver and evaluate research inclusion projects involving underserved communities.
• Develop evidence-informed approaches, practical resources and guidance to embed inclusive research practices.
• Build partnerships and support training and capacity-building across the research community.
• Contribute to academic publications, knowledge mobilisation activities and future research funding proposals.

Our ARC London Career Development Award holders will be members of the NIHR Academy (NIHR Academy Member benefits | NIHR).

The Person

You will normally hold a PhD in a relevant discipline or have submitted your thesis for examination by the time of application and expect it to be awarded before taking up the post. You will have a strong track record in applied health or social care research. You will have experience or a strong interest in research inclusion, co-production, health inequalities and working with underserved populations. You will be able to deliver high-quality research, collaborate across professional and community settings, communicate findings effectively to academic and non-academic audiences.

Further information

This is a part time (29.60 hours per week), fixed term position available until 31 March 2031 with a starting salary of £36,740 per annum (80% pro rata to £45,925 per annum).

Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 17 November 2026.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Tushna Vandrevala.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.

To apply click on the 'Apply' button above. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.