Research Fellow Green Healthcare(UK Visa Sponsorship Available)

Job Description

About the Role

The University of Sussex invites applications for a Research Fellow in Digitalisation and Green Healthcare to contribute to an MRC-funded transdisciplinary research hub focused on decarbonising healthcare commissioning and delivery.

You will work on Sub-Theme 4: Digital and Remote Care Pathways, led by Professor Dimitra Petrakaki within the University of Sussex Business School, and collaborate closely with colleagues from the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), under the overall leadership of Professor Mahmood Bhutta.

The position will focus on identifying and evaluating sustainable innovations in digital healthcare pathways, exploring how digitalisation can enable low-carbon, efficient, and equitable healthcare systems. You will contribute to collaborative research, data analysis, publication writing, and dissemination of findings to academic, clinical, and policy audiences.

About You

You will hold (or be close to completing) a PhD in a field relevant to digital health, healthcare systems, sustainability, or innovation studies, or possess equivalent research experience.

You should have:

• Proven experience in digital or remote healthcare research, sustainability in healthcare, or related areas.
• Strong skills in independent project management, literature synthesis, and stakeholder engagement.
• The ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary research team.
• A track record or demonstrable interest in influencing policy, advocacy, or implementation of research for real-world impact.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and an analytical, proactive approach are essential.

About Our Faculty

The University of Sussex Business School is a leading, research-intensive, and interdisciplinary faculty. Our five departments—Accounting and Finance, Strategy and Marketing, Management, Economics, and the Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU)—combine academic excellence with societal relevance, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and responsible business.

We foster a vibrant environment for impactful research, learning, and engagement, producing graduates and scholarship that shape the future of business and policy in the UK and globally.

You will also collaborate with the Brighton and Sussex Medical School, which proudly holds a Gold Athena Swan Award, recognising its strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Why Work with Us

Our scenic 150-acre campus, located beside the South Downs National Park, is just a five-minute walk from Falmer train station, with excellent public transport and cycling links.

The University of Sussex is a renowned, research-led international institution that values the contributions of all staff. Whether part of our academic or professional services teams, you’ll join a supportive, inclusive, and forward-thinking community that encourages professional growth and innovation.

Further Information

The University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we particularly welcome applications from women and Black and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently under-represented in academic posts in STEMM at Sussex.

The University requires that all work for Sussex is performed within the UK.

Visa Sponsorship:
This role meets the salary and eligibility criteria for the Skilled Worker Visa (eligible SOC code, Grade 7.4 and above).
For further details, please see our Skilled Worker Visa information
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