KJCF Quest Research Fellow in Brain Health and Multimorbidity

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: for five years (subject to satisfactory progression the post-holders will then move to a standard University academic open-ended contract at the end of year five)

Number of posts: 2

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The Opportunity:

The appointment of KJCF Quest Research Fellows in Brain Health and Multimorbidity is an exceptional opportunity for motivated individuals to develop their research career at a world-class University and to work with established senior colleagues to develop over the course of the Fellowship their own research programme related to Brain Health and Multimorbidity. We welcome applications from individuals who conduct research at any stage of lifecourse, from development to ageing and degeneration. Your research will focus on how multimorbidities can impact on brain and mental health throughout life. Successful candidates must hold a PhD/DPhil and be able to demonstrate a track record that is relevant to the job description.

Apply Before: 20/04/2026, 23:59

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