The Faculty wishes to recruit a Postdoctoral Research Fellow or Associate to participate in the Global Health Research Group on Community Food for Human Nutrition and Planetary Health (Global CFaH) This NIHR funded post is available immediately through to the end of July 2026.
We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements. While the UK research team for GCFaH is based in Penryn, Cornwall, we welcome applicants who will be based remotely, with occasional travel to Penryn.
The post
Global CFaH is an international and interdisciplinary project, led by the Universities of Exeter (Prof Nigel Unwin) and West Indies (Dr Madhuvanti Murphy)., The successful applicant will play a key role in the analysis, write up and dissemination of quantitative, population based data collected by partners in Fiji, the Caribbean and the Philippines. The data include those from household health and nutrition surveys, surveys of the practices of local food producers and the evaluation of interventions. Some analyses will involve mixed methods through collaboration with qualitative data leads. The post holder will have the opportunity to contribute to systems informed health and environmental impact modelling. In addition, it is expected that they will contribute to the development of plans beyond the current project timeframe, including through leading or being part of new funding applications.
About you
The successful applicant will be able to develop research objectives, projects and proposals; identify sources of research funding and contribute to the process of securing funds and make presentations at conferences and other events.
Applicants will possess a relevant PhD or equivalent qualification/experience in a related field of study. The successful applicant to Research Fellow will be a nationally recognised authority in a relevant subject area and possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to develop research programmes and methodologies. The successful applicant to Research Fellow will also be able to work collaboratively, supervise the work of others and act as team leader as required. Please see the relevant job description for requirements at the Research Associate level. Experience and proficiency in quantitative data management and analysis is essential for both Research Fellow and Associate positions.
Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.
What we can offer you
Freedom (and the support) to pursue your intellectual interests and to work creatively across disciplines to produce internationally exciting research;
Support teams that understand the University wide research and teaching goals and partner with our academics accordingly
An Innovation, Impact and Business directorate that works closely with our academics providing specialist support for external engagement and development
Our Exeter Academic initiative supporting high performing academics to achieve their potential and develop their career
A multitude of staff benefits including sector leading benefits around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), Paternity leave (up to 6 weeks full pay), and a Fertility Treatment Policy
A beautiful campus set in the heart of stunning Cornwall
The University of Exeter
We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 200 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024 and QS World University Ranking 2024). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2023, underpinned by Gold ratings for Student Experience and Student Outcomes.
Our world-leading research impact has grown more than any other Russell Group university in recent years, and we are home to some of the world’s most influential researchers, seeking to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today. More than 99 percent of our research is of international quality and 47 percent is world-leading (2021 Research Excellence Framework).
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Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community.
With over 30,000 students and 7,000 staff from 150 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN and Project Juno for Physics), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer.
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Further information
Before submitting an application, you may wish to discuss the post further by contacting Prof Nigel Unwin (N.Unwin2@exeter.ac.uk) or Dr Emily Haynes (E.C.Haynes@exeter.ac.uk)
The closing date for completed applications is Monday January 13th 2025. Interviews are expected to take place on Thursday January 23rd 2025.
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