Senior Research Associate (Pal-Cycles) (0292-26)

Division of Health Research

International Observatory on End of Life Care

The International Observatory on End of Life Care within the Division of Health Research, is part of a consortium which has been awarded European Commission funding under the Horizon Programme for Pal-Cycles: Palliative care yields cancer wellbeing support. This is an exciting five-year study where we are evaluating an intervention to improve the communication and continuity of care for cancer patients who have palliative needs. The study involves developing the intervention based upon results of a previous study, a review of the literature and adaption with clinicians in the UK. The intervention is being evaluated through a trial in two hospitals in each of the eight countries involved (UK, Netherlands, Germany, Hungary, Poland, Romania, and Portugal). We are currently developing a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) about the project. 

We are looking for a researcher with experience in palliative care to develop this course with us and international colleagues. Professor Nancy Preston and Professor Sheila Payne are the project leads. You will be expected to assist with all aspects of the project as required. 

The International Observatory on End of Life Care conducts high quality cutting edge research and provides innovative educational programmes to improve palliative and end of life care for patients and family members.  See https://ift.tt/D7P2vXV. 

The Faculty provides an environment that strongly supports the individual needs of each employee, promoting a healthy work-life balance. We are committed to family-friendly and flexible working policies on an individual basis, as well as the Athena SWAN Charter, which recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in higher education.

The post is available for immediate start and we will consider against the business needs of the project flexible working arrangements including condensed hours, days/hours worked and flexible start and finish times. Job share will also be considered. You will join Lancaster University on an indefinite contract; however, the role remains contingent on external funding, which at this time is due to come to an end on 31st August 2027.

Applicants wishing to consider the Skilled Worker Route should ensure they meet the points requirement before applying. Further information can be found on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Please direct informal enquiries to Professor Nancy Preston (n.j.preston@lancaster.ac.uk) or Professor Sheila Payne (s.a.payne@lancaster.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 12 May 2026

Department: Research

Salary: £39,906 to £46,049 (Full-Time/Indefinite with End Date)



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