Research Fellow (Creative Media) (Part time, 0.4 FTE)

Overview

Queen's University Belfast is offering a fixed-term, part-time position for a Research Fellow focusing on creative media within the Health and Medical department. The successful candidate will contribute to the Mencap NI project titled Hear Us Now: Voices of Mencap NI. This initiative involves engaging with individuals who have utilized Mencap NI services over the organization's 60-year history, documenting their life stories and personal experiences, and presenting these narratives to the public through creative media outputs. The position runs as a fixed-term contract for two years or until January 31, 2029, whichever comes first, with potential for renewal or permanence depending on funding availability.

Who can apply

Applicants must hold, or be about to obtain within three months of the closing date, a PhD in a relevant subject area such as creative media or audio production. Candidates are also required to possess significant and relevant research experience utilizing information technology and creative media technology, specifically in audio and video recording and editing.

Requirements

Applicants need to demonstrate a clear understanding of the operational requirements needed to run a successful research project. Essential qualifications include prior experience in writing up research findings in an academic format, as well as experience writing for the general public. Candidates must ensure their applications clearly evidence how they meet these essential criteria to successfully pass the shortlisting stage.

What you get

The position offers a salary starting from £42,972 per annum on a pro-rata basis for this 0.4 FTE workload.

Key dates

The application process closes on November 16, 2026.