Research Associate Hybrid role Fixed term contract until end of March 2026 We have a great opportunity for a Research Associate to join us and be responsible for identifying internal research projects, external research partners and to identify funding opportunities to support projects. The post holder will provide data management and research administrative support, as needed for all projects and activities undertaken. About the role: To direct overall programme delivery by providing verbal and written information and support to parties involved in projects and for the duration of their involvement. To facilitate all research and evaluation activity by liaising with senior and management colleagues to encourage and support their active involvement. To provide supporting information to enable all research and evaluation. To lead colleagues to build their understanding of research and increase organisational capacity to undertake successful research projects. To work independently to successfully deliver all research projects. To perform research on projects in collaboration with external organisations. To provide statistical and analytical support to the team and across the organisation. Including providing research input to and collaborating with relevant parties. To undertake and lead qualitative research exercises, presenting stakeholder stories to effectively support research activity. Undertake any reasonable duties/responsibilities to meet the needs of the organisation. About you: A degree or diploma with a substantial research component. Higher degree/formal study of research design and methods in clinical or social settings. Significant experience in clinical mental health / neurodegeneration / social care / psychology practice. An understanding of, and commitment to, research about mental health and illness and interventions to promote mental health Awareness of the mental health, NHS, public sector system Highly developed communication skills, orally and in writing Highly developed report writing skills Highly developed relationship building skills Highly developed interpersonal skills Developed presentational skills Developed IT skills including Office 365, VISIO and CRM systems High level of enthusiasm and motivation Excellent time management skills Ability to undertake CPD as part of your role Ability to work individually or within a team and foster good working relationships Ability to manage a high volume, pressured role and seek support when required Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality Commitment to the organisations aims and values, supporting and promoting an organisational culture that appreciates: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and innovation. What we offer in return We are proud to have been recognised and certified as a Great Place to Work, which speaks volumes on how much we value our staff members. In return for the hard work and dedication from our teams, we offer the following benefits: 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to 32 days at 5 years service) and the option to purchase or sell day Enhanced pension Wagestream-ability torelease earnings, giving youinstant access to your pay Employee Assistant Programme and opportunity to sign up for a Blue Light Card Enhanced life assurance scheme, payment being three times your annual salary Plus, many more great benefits on offer Here at Everyturn Mental Health we champion equality, diversity and inclusion within the organisation by ensuring our opportunities are open to all and our approach is inclusive. We positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. We welcome you to be yourself at work and have a range of Colleague Networks for members and allies of the LGBTQ; Black, Asian and minority ethnic; menopause and neurodivergent communities. ADZN1_UKTJ