Health Determinants Research Collaboration Undergraduate Intern x2 posts (CDC)

#### **Health Determinants Research Collaboration Undergraduate Intern x2 posts (CDC)** location\_on Civic Office 31/05/2026 Health Determinants Research Collaboration Undergraduate Intern x2 posts (CDC) The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included. Job details **Salary** Grade 3 £24,796 per annum (pay award pending) **Contractual hours** 37 **Basis** Full time **Region** Doncaster **Job category/type** Public Health **Date posted** 13/05/2026 **Job reference** REQ22995 Job description **Based at:** **Civic Office / Remote (Hybrid Working)****Salary details:** **Grade 3 £24,796 per annum (pay award pending)** **Contract Type:** **Two temporary roles are available:** **Post 1: HDRC Evaluation Intern – eight-week contract** **Post 2: HDRC Community Engagement** **Intern – eight-week contract** **Hours: Full time 37 hours per week.** **Due to the unique nature** **of these posts we are happy to consider various working patterns to accommodate study and other commitments, including working part-time over a longer period. This will be discussed on appointment.** **Flexible working arrangements: We welcome flexible working requests, including job share, part-time, and hybrid options where possible.** **Closing date: 31****st** **May 2026** *Are you motivated to contribute and learn in a dynamic environment? We have an opportunity for you. In this role, you will play an important part in delivering positive outcomes for our community.* *The City of Doncaster Council along with our partners at the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University, have been successful in a bid to host a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC). HDRC Doncaster represents significant investment to enable us to become more research active and embed a culture of evidence-based decision making. This new collaboration will help develop research capacity and capability through collaborations with the academic sector and other stakeholders to undertake research to address the wider determinants of health and health inequalities. **HDRC Doncaster have successfully secured funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) to offer two short term internships to people who are currently studying for a bachelor’s degree or equivalent (e.g. degree apprenticeship, graduate certificate/diploma, level 6 NVQ) in any subject area. This is an exciting opportunity to gain experience working in the Health Determinants Research Collaboration at City of Doncaster Council. You will work closely with a multi-disciplinary, cross-organisational team based in City of Doncaster Council, the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.* *Intern positions are designed to offer the opportunity to develop skills and gain experience whilst making meaningful contributions to the work of the team. You will support the work of the HDRC Doncaster by completing focused tasks which contribute to larger research or infrastructure projects.* **Duties include:** * The HDRC Evaluation Intern will report to the HDRC Project Manager. They will work with a live Public Health project dataset, collating, organising and analysing the information to develop insight from numerical data. The intern will have the opportunity to develop skills in the interpretation and presentation of data. Previous experience of data management, database and / or Microsoft Excel/statistical software would therefore be an advantage for this role. * The HDRC Community Engagement Intern will report to the HDRC Research Priorities Lead and support work to ensure research is informed by the needs of local communities. The role will involve engaging with residents and stakeholders, including attending community events, to gather insights and promote involvement in co-produced research. The intern will design and deliver a small-scale engagement project focused on a community, analyse findings, and share results. This role offers the opportunity to develop skills in community engagement, research design, data analysis, and communication. **What you will bring to the role:** We value a range of experiences and skills. If you have transferable skills from other roles or voluntary work, we encourage you to apply. Some prior understanding of the impact of the wider determinants of health on the health of individuals and populations, as well as of research processes, would be an advantage for both positions. Excellent interpersonal skills are essential. You should be able to independently plan and deliver work, asking for help when needed. **Details on what it is like working for us (service/team):** You will work closely with colleagues in the HDRC, the Public Health Team and across the Council and other stakeholders enabling delivery of HDRC Doncaster within a supportive, flexible and friendly environment. Due to the unique nature of these roles, we can offer a range of working patterns to support the successful applicants to complete the internships whilst maintaining their studies. This may include funding for travel and accommodation for any time spent on site in Doncaster. This will be discussed in detail with the successful applicants, however if your location or concerns about working patterns feel like a barrier to your application, please get in touch to discuss this. **In return for your contribution, we offer:** * Competitive leave entitlement * Generous local government pension scheme * Wellbeing support and staff networks * Development and training opportunities * Staff discounts and benefits schemes * More information on benefits can be found in the attached benefits booklet. Please review the job summary and profile and demonstrate in your application how you meet the required criteria. Shortlisting will take place week commencing **1****st** **June 2026** and interviews are anticipated on **Wednesday 3****rd**or **Friday 5****th** **June 2026\.** For further details or to arrange an informal chat, please contact: **Dr Geoff Middleton**, Email: **geoff.middleton@doncaster.gov.uk** or **Dr Katie Marvin-Dowle,** Email: **katie.marvin-dowle@doncaster.gov.uk** We encourage applicants to use their own words to reflect their experience and skills and over-reliance on AI is discouraged. The Advance Employment Team offers personalised support to help you take your next step into work. From building your CV and getting the right interview skills to accessing a wide range of free courses, the team will help you grow your skills and confidence and find a job you’ll enjoy. Get in touch by email (advanceemploymenthub@doncaster.gov.uk) or visit the Advance website (www.advancedoncaster.co.uk) to discover the support available. City of Doncaster Council is committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and improving quality of life for all. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. We are a Disability Confident employer and committed to a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and make reasonable adjustments as required. Health Determinants Research Collaboration Undergraduate Intern x2 posts (CDC)