Research Fellow, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition

Abdn; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK University located in Scotland is seeking a Research Fellow in Medicine to support the Scottish Widening Access to Medicine Research Network. This role involves identifying research gaps and contributing to projects aimed at promoting underrepresented groups in medicine. The candidate should have experience in both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. The salary ranges from £38,784 to £46,049 per annum, depending on experience. This is a full-time position with a closing date for applications on 27 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support research activities for the Scottish Widening Access to Medicine Research Network.
• Identify research gaps related to the underrepresentation in medicine.
• Drive subsequent research projects based on initial findings.

Job description

Research Fellow, Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (MED249R)

Job Description

CHERI is host to the Scottish Widening Access to Medicine Research Network (SWAM-RN) which was founded here at University of Aberdeen by Prof Colin Lumsden and Dr Katie Gibson Smith. Widening access, and participation (WA/WP), to medicine aims to promote participation in medicine amongst groups who are typically underrepresented. The Scottish Government have made significant investment, and set ambitious targets, in relation to WA/WP to medicine. It is critical however, if targets are to be met in relation to WA/WP to medicine, that research is developed strategically, and outputs shared quickly and timeously to explore how these students can be best supported to pursue their ambitions.

Accordingly, we have established the Scottish Widening Access to Medicine Research Network (SWAM-RN), comprising a community of relevant partners (medical schools, along with NHS Education Scotland, third sector and Medical Schools Council) to support research and evaluation within Scotland.

The overall purpose of this role is to support the research activity of the Scottish Widening Access to Medicine Research Network (SWAM-RN). Dr Katie Gibson Smith will supervise the research activity which will initially involve a Scottish wide project to identify research gaps in this area. Subsequent research projects will be driven from this initial activity however, it is anticipated that these will be both quantitative and qualitative in nature, and therefore we will be seeking a researcher with experience of using both these methodologies.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 6 scale, £38,784 - £46,049 per annum and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: [e-mail]) for further information.

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 27 January 2026

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team ([e-mail] ) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.

School/Section Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition Division Institute of Education in Healthcare and Medical Sciences Staff Category Research Position Type Full Time Grade Grade 6 Salary £38,784 - £46,049 Ref No MED249R Closing Date 27-JAN-2026 Documents

• Further Particulars.pdf