Researcher in Business (University of York)

Department: School for Business and Society Salary: Commensurate with experience on the professorial scale (current minimum £78,798) Grade: Professorial Contract Status: Open Hours of Work: Full-time Location: University of York campus (some remote working options available) Interview Date: 19/05/2026 Posted Date: 09/03/2026 Apply By: 20/04/2026 Job Reference: 14811 Documents: Candidate Brief 14811.pdf (PDF, 4690.01kb) Role Description The University of York’s School for Business and Society (SBS) is seeking an academic leader for the newly created position of Chair in Adult Social Care Research. Over the last decade, our social care research has grown in national prominence, holding leadership of both the NIHR School for Social Care Research (SSCR) and the NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) Specialist Centre in Social Care. As a Research Chair, you will join the dynamic OSCAR Group, working alongside an interdisciplinary team of economists, law scholars, and health scientists to tackle complex societal problems and safeguard our future as a centre of excellence. Key Responsibilities: Research Leadership: Provide direction for high-quality research and drive strategic growth in response to rising investment in the field. Capacity Building: Mentor and support early and mid-career researchers to ensure the discipline’s future. Funding & Impact: Lead the capture of significant research funding and produce original outputs that influence social care policy and practice. Strategic Contribution: Shape research and teaching strategies for the School, Faculty, and University. Key Requirements We are looking for an academic with an outstanding record of internationally relevant research: PhD in a relevant subject area or equivalent experience. Substantial knowledge of NIHR and UKRI funding agendas in social care. Proven track record of sustained research funding and high-quality publications. Experience in senior-level management, including staff development and postgraduate supervision. Strong personal commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Desirable: Expertise in an NIHR portfolio as applied to aging. Knowledge of the NIHR School for Social Care Research and Research Support Service. About the School The School for Business and Society (SBS) at the University of York is a pioneering hub where responsible business management meets social and public policy. By bridging the private, public, and third sectors, SBS tackles the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges. Our interdisciplinary approach delivers sustainable, inclusive growth and empowers ethical leaders to drive meaningful global change. More information: SBS Website Additional Information Closing Date: 20/04/2026 Interview Date: 19/05/2026 Informal Enquiries: Professor Yvonne Birks – yvonne.birks@york.ac.uk The University of York strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can all be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from: People who identify as Black, Asian, or from a Minority Ethnic background. Women applying for senior roles. Family-friendly, flexible working arrangements, forums, and inclusive facilities are offered to support staff. #EqualityatYork \| New Athena Swan Bronze Award If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Department: School for Business and Society
Salary: Commensurate with experience on the professorial scale (current minimum £78,798)
Grade: Professorial
Contract Status: Open
Hours of Work: Full-time
Location: University of York campus (some remote working options available)
Interview Date: 19/05/2026
Posted Date: 09/03/2026
Apply By: 20/04/2026
Job Reference: 14811

Documents:

Candidate Brief 14811.pdf (PDF, 4690.01kb)

Role Description

The University of York’s School for Business and Society (SBS) is seeking an academic leader for the newly created position of Chair in Adult Social Care Research. Over the last decade, our social care research has grown in national prominence, holding leadership of both the NIHR School for Social Care Research (SSCR) and the NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) Specialist Centre in Social Care.

As a Research Chair, you will join the dynamic OSCAR Group, working alongside an interdisciplinary team of economists, law scholars, and health scientists to tackle complex societal problems and safeguard our future as a centre of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Research Leadership: Provide direction for high-quality research and drive strategic growth in response to rising investment in the field.
Capacity Building: Mentor and support early and mid-career researchers to ensure the discipline’s future.
Funding & Impact: Lead the capture of significant research funding and produce original outputs that influence social care policy and practice.
Strategic Contribution: Shape research and teaching strategies for the School, Faculty, and University.

Key Requirements

We are looking for an academic with an outstanding record of internationally relevant research:

PhD in a relevant subject area or equivalent experience.
Substantial knowledge of NIHR and UKRI funding agendas in social care.
Proven track record of sustained research funding and high-quality publications.
Experience in senior-level management, including staff development and postgraduate supervision.
Strong personal commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Desirable:

Expertise in an NIHR portfolio as applied to aging.
Knowledge of the NIHR School for Social Care Research and Research Support Service.

About the School

The School for Business and Society (SBS) at the University of York is a pioneering hub where responsible business management meets social and public policy. By bridging the private, public, and third sectors, SBS tackles the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges. Our interdisciplinary approach delivers sustainable, inclusive growth and empowers ethical leaders to drive meaningful global change.

More information: SBS Website