Associate Professorship of Applied Social/Behavioural Health Sciences, and Clinical Epidemiology/Statistics/Modelling and/or Clinical Trials

3 days ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom University of Oxford Full time


The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) and Kellogg College are recruiting
three Associate Professor posts to have a major role in developing and implementing health and care research with a clear trajectory to patient /service user benefit.

It is anticipated that we will recruit health scientists in the areas of
Applied Social/Behavioural Health Sciences, and Clinical Epidemiology/Statistics/Modelling/Clinical Trials.

You will be a recognised authority in your field, demonstrating a sustained career of leading research and possessing breadth and depth of specialist knowledge.

You will have a background in a social and/or behavioural science discipline (e.g. sociology, psychology) and/or a sustained track record in using and advancing applied research methods (e.g. mixed methods, qualitative and/or statistical methods).

You should have a DPhil/PhD in a relevant area of research; show evidence of excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching, supervision and research training, and have a commitment to the organisation and delivery of teaching.

You will show evidence of substantial independent research accomplishment and a strong publication record, as well as evidence of a substantial and realisable research plan which will complement the department's research strategy.

You should also have the ability and willingness to undertake a proportionate share of administrative duties within the Department and the College, and a commitment to the academic and pastoral support of students.


You will be a member of NDPCHS as well as a Fellow of Kellogg College. The role will involve undertaking independent research, undergraduate and graduate teaching, and graduate supervision. It will also encompass administrative, governance and pastoral duties for the department and college.

NDPCH is a top-ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, leading world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in primary care settings.

Our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online.

To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please click on the 'Apply' link above.


The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Wednesday 17 July 2024. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place in Oxford on 8 August 2024.

Applications are particularly welcome from women, black and minority ethnic candidates, who are underrepresented in academic posts in Oxford.
£52,815 to £70,918 per annum - Grade 36s, plus College benefits and allowances. An allowance of £3,078 per annum would be made upon award of the title of full Professor.

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