Dr Awais Mashkoor is a Lecturer in Collaborative Health and Social Care at the University of the West of Scotland, specialising in health and social care integration, interdisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-informed practice. His expertise spans network governance, leadership, and policy implementation, equipping students to navigate complex and evolving care systems.

His research focuses on integrated care, workforce development, and collaborative governance, with emphasis on equity, cultural competence, and sustainability. His doctoral work explored political leadership in Scotland’s health and social care integration.

Dr Mashkoor is actively involved in evaluating Scotland’s National Care Service and advising the Scottish Government’s Workforce Charter Advisory Panel. His work bridges academia and policy, informing evidence-based teaching that prepares students for leadership in integrated care.

Health & Social Care Policy and Governance

• Health and social care integration
• Collaborative governance and multi-agency working
• Policy analysis, evaluation, and evidence-based decision-making
• Leadership in integrated care systems

Public Policy & Administration

• Local political leadership and stakeholder engagement
• Multi-level governance and regulatory frameworks
• Workforce development and service transformation

Research Methods & Applied Inquiry

• Qualitative research techniques (elite interviewing, documentary analysis)
• Action research and practice-based inquiry

Health and Social Care Integration in Scotland

• Ongoing analysis of the role of local political leaders in shaping the planning and implementation of health and social care integration
• Examination of challenges and opportunities in implementing Scotland's National Care Service, with a focus on insights from local strategic stakeholders

Culture, Leadership, and Integration in National Care Service Development

• Collaborative research project exploring the journey towards 'We Are the NCS' (National Care Service)
• Interdisciplinary study involving perspectives from social impact leadership and management

Dr Mashkoor’s teaching incorporates scenario-based learning, reflective practice, and digital tools to enhance student engagement and professional readiness. He contributes to curriculum development in collaborative health and social care, ensuring alignment with sector needs, academic standards, and professional competencies.

His approach integrates blended learning, flipped classrooms, interactive simulations, and real-world case studies to foster critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration. He previously played a key role in developing the Master of Public Administration (MPA) programme, including designing a Collaborative Governance module that bridges theory and practice through innovative assessment strategies.

Dr Mashkoor’s research trajectory includes advancing workforce development in the care sector through interdisciplinary inquiry into recruitment, retention, and skills enhancement. He is also exploring the integration of digital technologies in public policy, particularly their role in strengthening citizen engagement and service delivery within health and social care. This work is closely aligned with his efforts to embed digital tools into professional education, in collaboration with sector partners, ensuring curriculum innovation responds to evolving workforce and policy demands.

1. Scottish Government - Health and Social Care Directorate
   Focus: Collaborate on research related to the National Care Service implementation and workforce development in the care sector.
2. NHS Scotland
   Focus: Partner on projects evaluating health and social care integration models and their impact on service delivery.
3. Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA)
   Focus: Engage in research on local governance and leadership in health and social care reform.
4. Scottish Care
   Focus: Collaborate on workforce development initiatives and policy research in the care sector.