Research Associate in Evidence SynthesisUniversity

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly-motivated individual who is developing a career in evidence synthesis at the Health Economics and Health Technology Assessment (HEHTA) Research Unit.

The successful candidate will make a leading contribution to evidence synthesis research within the Evidence Synthesis Group at Complex Reviews Synthesis Unit (CRSU).  The Evidence Synthesis Group @CRSU, embedded within HEHTA, is funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).  The aim of the Group is to address knowledge gaps, and to answer specific needs of clinical and health policy decision-makers across the four nations of the UK.

The primary role of the postholder is to lead commissioned evidence synthesis in various research topics.  They will lead the formulation of research proposals; the undertaking of systematic reviews and meta-analysis; and the dissemination of findings to a diverse range stakeholders.  There will also be opportunities for the postholder to develop their own applied and/or methodological research in evidence synthesis.

Informal Enquiries should be directed to Professor Olivia Wu, [email protected]

This post is full-time (35 hours per week) and has funding available until 31 March 2028.

For more information and to apply please click the 'Apply' button above'.

Closing date: 9 November 2026 @23:45

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£41,064 to £46,049 per annum. Grade 7