RESEARCH OFFICER - GAMBLING HARMS RESEARCH UK

Job Details Research Officer - Gambling Harms Research UK Job Number: SU01611 Contract Type: Fixed Term Salary: £39,355 to £45,413 per annum Working Pattern: Full Time Faculty/Directorate: Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Science Location: Singleton Campus, Swansea Closing Date: 30 Jun 2026 Interview Date: 17 Jul 2026 Informal Enquiries: Simon Dymond, View email address on click.appcast.io About the Role Working closely with Professor Simon Dymond, you will develop and implement an internationally competitive programme of research on gambling and gambling harms. You will influence the strategic and research direction of the Gambling Harms Research UK Evidence Centre and the GREAT Centre, engage directly with policymakers and practitioners, and produce research with real‑world impact. Hybrid working is anticipated, with fixed time spent on campus to be agreed with the postholder. Responsibilities Develop and implement research programmes on gambling and gambling harms. Influence the strategic and research direction of the national research centre. Collaborate with international researchers. Engage with policymakers and practitioners. Produce evidence‑led research with real‑world impact. Welsh Language Skills Level 1 – A little. The role holder will be able to pronounce Welsh words, answer the phone in Welsh (good morning/afternoon) and use very basic everyday words and phrases. Level 1 can be reached by completing a 1‑hour course. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion The University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity in all its practices and activities. We aim to establish an inclusive environment and welcome diverse applications from the following protected characteristics: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic and national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation. Application Process Applications for this role will take the format of a CV submission and cover letter. #J-18808-Ljbffr Swansea University / Prifysgol Abertawe