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Date published
12/11/2025
About the Role
NIHR ARC East Midlands is seeking a Social Scientist to join its Scientific Committee. The successful applicant will be a mid-career researcher with approximately five to ten years of postdoctoral experience who wishes to gain further experience in peer reviewing research proposals and overseeing a research programme. Applicants should not currently hold a Chair-level position.
This is an unfunded role (travel expenses covered) with no change to your existing contractual status. Applicants will need the support of their line manager to apply.
Commitment and responsibilities
The Committee meets quarterly, usually in March, June, September and December. One meeting is held in person (full day), while the others are online (half day). Members are also expected to review materials in advance and may occasionally be asked to review additional applications electronically outside of scheduled meetings.
The appointment will commence in April 2026.
About the Scientific Committee
The Scientific Committee (SC) provides assurance to the NIHR ARC EM Governance Board, Executive Board, wider NIHR, and our partners that funded projects are consistent with the ARC’s aims, are of high scientific quality, and are feasible.
The Committee also monitors project progress, reviews general performance reports, and offers advice and support during the ARC’s annual review cycle.
An induction will be provided to introduce new members to ARC East Midlands’ work and portfolio of projects.
More information about ARC East Midlands can be found here: https://arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/about
How to apply
Applicants should submit their CV and a short expression of interest (maximum one page) outlining their suitability for the role to Kevin Quigley at kmq4@le.ac.uk and arc-em@le.ac.uk by 5pm on 11 December 2025. All applications will be acknowledged.
Applications from candidates under-represented in ARC committees are particularly encouraged, including those from diverse ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ people, and women.
If applicants have any business or personal interests that could create a real or perceived conflict of interest, please include details in the supporting letter.