Staff Profile

My previous academic experience on the LGBTQ+ Older Adult Social Care Assessment (LOASCA) study at the University of Birmingham, and my PhD in sociology from the University of Edinburgh have shaped my career and dedication to teaching, researching, and advocating for the older LGBTQ+ population. I have also had the privilege of tutoring undergraduate students in Sociology, fostering critical thinking and research skills.

My research is focused on societal issues such as gender, sexuality, inequality, and social justice. In particular, I have explored the experiences of the older LGBTQ+ community, highlighting their unique challenges and advocating for their well-being. By promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange, I have bridged the gap between research and practice, working with service users and people with lived experiences. Overall, my journey has been dedicated to understanding, supporting, and empowering marginalized populations, particularly older LGBTQ+ individuals.

Current role

EDI Methodologist (Senior Research Associate), NIHR Research Support Service, hosted by Newcastle University and Partners

Qualifications

2022 - Aurora, Leadership programme for women in higher education, University of Birmingham

2020 - PhD in Sociology, School of Social and Political Science, University of Edinburgh

2019 - Associate Fellow, Advance HE, University of Edinburgh

2014 - MA in English Literature and Culture, MA in Portuguese Language and Literature, University of Zagreb

2008 - BA in English Language and Literature, BA in Portuguese Language and Literature, University of Zagreb

Previous roles

Trainer, Social Work and Social Care with LGBTQ+ People, Southwark Council

Current role

EDI Methodologist for NIHR RSS, Newcastle University and Partners

Previous roles

• Research Associate, Centre for Adult Social Care Research (CARE), Cardiff University
• Member of Transform Europe research consortium on the Financialisaton of Long-Term Elder Care in the EU: Current Trends and Counterstrategies study. Project team: Dr Théo Bourgeron, Dr Marcus Wolf, Mauricio Dias, Ayoze Alfageme Ramirez, Dr Àlex Morcuende, Prof Marta Szebehely, Prof Gabrielle Meagher
• Research Fellow, Understanding the Social Care Assessment Journey of Older LGBTQ+ People. National Institute of Health Research, School of Social Care Research (£270,000). University of Birmingham (Dr Jason Schaub, PI), University of Bristol (Dr Paul Willis, co-investigator), University of Manchester (Dr Stephen Hicks, co-investigator), Opening Doors (Professor Ben Thomas, co-investigator)
• Research Associate, University of Edinburgh

Teaching experience

Teaching contributor on Research for Evidence Based Learning (REBL) and MA1 Theory, Methods and Practice at the University of Birmingham

Tutor & Senior tutor in Sociology 1a: Individuals and Society and Sociology 1b: Private Troubles, Public Problems at the University of Edinburgh

• Article

  • Jandric D. Past, present, and future in the context of queer ageing: a qualitative study with same-sex couples in Scotland. International Journal of Ageing and Later Life 2025, epub ahead of print.