Research Fellow in Digitalisation and Green Healthcare(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About the Role

The University of Sussex invites applications for a Research Fellow to join an MRC-funded transdisciplinary hub focused on decarbonising the commissioning and delivery of healthcare.

You will work on Sub-theme 4: Digital and Remote Care Pathways, which explores how digitalisation can contribute to sustainable and low-carbon models of healthcare delivery.

The research will focus on identifying, analysing, and evaluating sustainable innovations in digital healthcare pathways, with the goal of informing policy and transforming healthcare systems.

You will be based within a collaborative environment led by Professor Mahmood Bhutta at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) and Professor Dimitra Petrakaki at the University of Sussex Business School, working as part of a multidisciplinary team of researchers and practitioners.

About You

You will have (or be near completion of) a PhD in a field relevant to digital health, healthcare innovation, sustainability, health policy, or related disciplines, or equivalent professional research experience.

Essential skills and experience include:

• Strong research background in digital or remote healthcare pathways.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.
• Experience of collaborative research within interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated ability to influence policy, practice, or advocacy work to deliver real-world impact.

You will be an effective communicator, able to engage with academic, clinical, and policy stakeholders, and contribute to high-quality research outputs.

About the Faculty

You will join the University of Sussex Business School
— a leading research-driven and interdisciplinary faculty known for innovation and sustainability in business and management research.

The Business School comprises five departments:

• Accounting and Finance
• Strategy and Marketing
• Management
• Economics
• Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU)

The School is dedicated to advancing responsible business practices, influencing policy, and promoting sustainable development.

You will also collaborate with colleagues at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS)
, which holds a Gold Athena Swan Award for gender equality and inclusion.

Why Work Here

The University of Sussex campus is located near the South Downs National Park, just a five-minute walk from Falmer train station, with excellent public transport and cycling access.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• A Cycle to Work Scheme
• A comprehensive Reward and Benefits Package
• Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative research culture

The University of Sussex is a globally recognised, research-led institution, committed to sustainability, innovation, and equality of opportunity for all.

Visa Sponsorship Information

This post has an eligible SOC code and meets the salary threshold for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship if appointed full-time at Grade 7.4.All work for the University must be carried out within the UK.

Key Dates

• Closing Date: 30 November 2025, 3:59 PM
• Interview Date: 16 January 2026
• Expected Start Date: 1 March 2026
• Contract Duration: Fixed-term for 3 years

If you experience technical issues with the application portal or need reasonable adjustments to the selection process,

The University of Sussex is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and particularly encourages applications from women and Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently underrepresented in academic posts across Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine, and Mathematics (STEMM).