Designer Research Fellow - Healthcare Co-Design

Falmouth Launchpad; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research collaboration in healthcare is seeking a designer researcher for a fixed-term position focused on enhancing NHS mental health services through creative practices. The role combines practical design work with participatory research, requiring excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Successful candidates should possess a strong portfolio of co-design experience and be motivated by healthcare innovation. The position offers a full-time role with a salary increment and substantial benefits.

Benefits

Employer Pension Contribution up to 12%

35 days + 8 days bank holiday

Annual salary increments

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Home & Tech Scheme

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Demonstrable portfolio of practice‑based design and co‑design facilitation.
• Experience conducting participatory/qualitative research with evidence of impact.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills within NHS and university contexts.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead co‑design workshops and creative interventions with NHS teams.
• Produce design artefacts, prototypes, and toolkits.
• Conduct and document participatory research and analyze findings.
• Build relationships across complex institutional settings.
• Share insights through reports and public engagement.

Skills

Design skills

Participatory methods

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

A leading research collaboration in healthcare is seeking a designer researcher for a fixed-term position focused on enhancing NHS mental health services through creative practices. The role combines practical design work with participatory research, requiring excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Successful candidates should possess a strong portfolio of co-design experience and be motivated by healthcare innovation. The position offers a full-time role with a salary increment and substantial benefits.