Reader in Dementia Research

Recruiter
Leeds Beckett University
Location
Leeds
Salary
Competitive
Posted
23 Jun 2017
Closes
05 Jul 2017
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Leeds Beckett University has a growing portfolio of internationally recognised applied dementia research and has recently created a formal Centre for Dementia Research to support and develop research in this area across all University Schools. We are seeking to appoint a Reader to join the core dementia team, who are located in the School of Health and Community Studies. The post holder will work alongside the Centre for Dementia Research Director/Professor of Dementia Studies and two Research Fellows as well as fostering research collaborations across the Institution.This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic to contribute to leadership and growth of our dementia research portfolio and we are looking for an enthusiastic and inspiring individual who will lead research and enterprise activities, secure research grant funding and contribute to teaching. The post holder will work collaboratively across the School, Institution and with external partners in developing and delivering research and enterprise activities.To be considered for interview applicants are required to have, a PhD in an area related to dementia and a significant and sustained track record of high quality dementia related research publications and grant capture.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact Claire Surr, Professor of Dementia Studies
Working here means you'll also have access to a wide range of benefits including our generous pension schemes, excellent holiday entitlements, flexible working, reduced study fees, subsidised fitness facilities and a lot more.
Please note that this post is subject to a criminal records check (Enhanced level)
Please click here for Job Description and Employee SpecificationPlease note that all posts close at midnight and the job description and employee specification will no longer be available after the closing date so please download or print now!We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly from women and black and minority ethnic candidates as members of these groups are currently under-represented at this level of post. All appointments will be based on merit. #LI-DNI
Salary: Grade 9 GBP48,327 - GBP57,674. Date posted: 25/05/2017