Postdoctoral Researcher

Location: 32 Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2ER

About the role 

The Department of Social Policy and Intervention is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a research group with responsibility for carrying out both quantitative and qualitative research in the areas of climate change, social interventions, and child health in both high- and low-income countries. The post holder will provide guidance to junior members of the research groups, including research assistants, PhD students, and/or project volunteers.  

About you

You will hold, or be close to completion of, a relevant PhD / DPhil and have specialist knowledge and experience in climate change, social interventions and child health. You will have excellent communication skills with the ability to write for publications, present proposals and represent the research group. You will have demonstrable experience in contributing ideas for research projects and for research income generation. 

You will be based in Oxford as your normal place of work however there is opportunity for remote working.

The Department of Social Policy and Intervention holds a Bronze Athena Swan Award which demonstrates our commitment towards advancement of gender equality in higher education and research institutions: equal opportunities, representation and success for all. 

How to apply 

As part of your application, you will be required to upload a CV and supporting statement, along with the name and contact details of two referees. The supporting statement should explain how you meet the essential criteria for the post using clear examples. Please click here for information and advice on writing an effective supporting statement.

Further information, including how to apply, is available in the attached job description. Any further enquires may be directed to the email address below.

Only online applications received by 12.00 noon on 20th November 2025 will be considered.

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