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  Realist informed peer carer buddy scheme in prison

  Prof Catherine Robinson, Dr Dharman Jayasimha , Dr Rebecca McPhillips, Dr Katrina Forsyth, Dr Dharmi Kapadia, Dr Stephen Hicks  No more applications being accepted  Competition Funded PhD Project (UK Students Only)
Manchester United Kingdom Social Work

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This PhD Studentship will examine issues in adult social care for specific groups

A study, using realist methodologies, establishing the context, outcome and mechanisms required for an effective and appropriate peer buddy system for older adults in prison. This will be informed by the research team’s previous work on developing models of social care in prison and will include learning from community and current prison practice. The findings will inform the development of an initial programme theory, logic model and intervention delivery platform (manual, supervision manual and training). ‘Walk through’ interviews and coproduction workshops will also be used to refine and customise the model for different criminal justice settings. Realist informed qualitative analysis strategies will be used.

Applicants are expected to hold (or about to obtain) a minimum upper second class undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in social sciences (including criminology, sociology) or social work. A Masters degree in a relevant subject and/or experience in social care/social work is desirable. 

For information on how to apply for this project, please visit the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health Doctoral Academy website (https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/study/research/apply/).  Interested candidates must first make contact with the Primary Supervisor prior to submitting a formal application, to discuss their interest and suitability for the project. On the online application form select PhD Social Work

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Funding Notes

NIHR School for Social Care Research. Studentship funding is for a duration of three years to commence in April 2023 and covers UK tuition fees and an annual stipend £17,050.

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Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Tackle real world challenges, make a difference, and elevate your career with postgraduate research in the Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health at Manchester. From biochemistry to neuroscience, cancer sciences to medicine, audiology to mental health and everything in between, we offer a wide range of postgraduate research projects, programmes and funding which will allow you to immerse yourself in an area of research you’re passionate about.

Why study at Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health?

Experience PhD life as part of a diverse postgraduate research community of more than 1,000 postgraduate researchers at the 29th most international university in the world (Times Higher Education, 2023).

Ranked the best place to live in the UK (The Economist Global Liveability Index, 2022), Manchester boasts world-class culture, iconic sports, a thriving music and food scene, and much more. It's not just a place to research, it's a place to call home.

With 93% of research activity at the University rated as 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' (Research Excellence Framework, 2021), you'll get the chance to have an impact on global health and science challenges.

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At Manchester, postgraduate researchers are at the heart of our mission to tackle pressing global challenges in biological, medical and healthcare sciences - and you could be too.

By choosing Manchester for your postgraduate research, you’ll be joining a university with an exceptional research reputation, where 93% of research is world-leading or internationally excellent (REF, 2021) and where your work will have real-world impact.

You’ll research in world-class facilities alongside leading experts at the forefront of innovation, collaborating across disciplines to pioneer new treatments, advance scientific knowledge, and improve healthcare globally.

Supported by our dedicated Doctoral Academy and strong industry links, you'll experience PhD life in a vibrant, welcoming and diverse postgraduate research community.

And you’ll leave with the specialist knowledge, research experience and transferable skills that will shape your future in academia, research or industry.

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