Obesity poses a significant threat to the health of Irish children and the healthcare system as a whole and policy recommends establishing treatment for childhood obesity in primary, secondary and tertiary care. Currently, inequity exists in terms of access to care and little is known regarding the capacity of health professionals to offer treatment and care. This PhD will explore how best to translate evidence into healthcare practice and policy in order to improve access and quality of care for children and adolescents with obesity. Using a mixed-methods approach the candidate will design, develop and implement a series of studies addressing: the resources required by stakeholders to develop treatment throughout the health service; the impact of increasing access to training and education for health professionals; and the health economic factors that should be considered when improving access and delivery of obesity treatment.
Duration:
4 years
Mandatory Specification:
The candidate should be a motivated individual who is passionate about child health and equality. He/She will need to have good communication skills and work well with a team. Minimum requirements: Msc/MCh min or equivalent health professional qualification. English language: https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/postgraduate/policies-and-guidelines/english-language-requirements
Desirable Specification:
Qualitative research methods
Systematic review training and experience
Clinical experience
Experience of engaging with Patients/public in research
How to Apply:
To apply, please access the following link and complete the application form in full:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=50FwYBKocEa9MDD52yEPBj6BgpLzl-ZNggs5DLWflaNUMzVYSVIwVVc2WlNXRkFRQjVEWFdLWTNZSS4u
-Unfortunately, we are unable to provide individual feedback to applicants.
-Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
-At this stage only successful candidates will be contacted to submit, CV, transcripts and other relevant documentation.
-Only their referees will also be contacted at this stage for a reference.
Applications must include:
(i) a completed application form
(ii) English language requirements – see https://www.rcsi.com/dublin/postgraduate/policies-and-guidelines/english-language-requirements.
It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure the application form is completed in full on time. Late and/or incomplete applications will not normally be assessed.
Further information on the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland can be found here: https://www.rcsi.com/
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