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 in Digitalisation and Green Healthcare, contributing to an MRC-funded transdisciplinary hub aimed at decarbonising healthcare commissioning and delivery.

You will work on Sub-Theme 4: Digital and Remote Care Pathways, led by Professor Dimitra Petrakaki (University of Sussex Business School), as part of a wider collaboration with Professor Mahmood Bhutta at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS).

Your research will focus on identifying, assessing, and promoting sustainable innovations in digital healthcare pathways—supporting the NHS and broader health systems in reducing their carbon footprint while improving patient outcomes.

About You

You will have (or be close to completing) a PhD in a relevant discipline such as digital health, healthcare management, health policy, social sciences, or a related field. Alternatively, you should have significant professional research experience in this area.

Essential skills and experience:

• Proven ability to conduct independent research in digitalisation and remote healthcare.
• Strong analytical and writing skills, with experience in publishing or contributing to research outputs.
• Ability to work collaboratively within interdisciplinary teams and contribute to a large research programme.
• Experience managing your own workload and delivering to deadlines.
• Evidence of impactful research or policy engagement (e.g., influencing policy, practice, or advocacy).

Desirable skills:

• Experience with sustainability, digital transformation, or healthcare innovation research.
• Familiarity with qualitative and/or mixed-methods research.
• A track record of interdisciplinary collaboration.

You should be a self-motivated researcher with excellent communication and organisational skills, able to work independently while contributing to the success of a broader team.

About the Faculty

You will be based at the University of Sussex Business School, a pioneering, research-driven faculty known for its interdisciplinary approach to responsible and sustainable business.

The School comprises five departments:

• Accounting and Finance
• Strategy and Marketing
• Management
• Economics
• Science Policy Research Unit (SPRU) — a world leader in innovation and sustainability policy research

You will also collaborate with the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), which holds a Gold Athena Swan Award in recognition of its commitment to gender equality.

Together, these institutions provide a supportive, inclusive, and innovative environment for research that influences policy, practice, and global sustainability goals.

Why Work at Sussex

Our 150-acre campus sits beside the South Downs National Park, just minutes from Brighton.
We offer:

• Excellent public transport links (Falmer train station is a 5-minute walk).
• Sustainable travel options and a Cycle to Work Scheme.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including pension schemes, staff discounts, and wellbeing initiatives.
• A vibrant, inclusive research community committed to kindness, integrity, collaboration, inclusion, and courage.

Visa Sponsorship

This position qualifies for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided the full-time salary meets Grade 7.4 requirements.
Work for this role must be carried out within the UK.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Sussex is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
We especially welcome applications from women and candidates from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, who are underrepresented in STEMM fields at Sussex.