Live Well Postdoctoral Researcher in Social & Commercial Determinants of Health
Join the University of Oxford to drive impactful research on social and commercial determinants of health within the NIHR ARC Thames Valley programme.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers with qualitative or quantitative health data experience and a strong publication record in public health or social determinants of health.
Overview
The University of Oxford's Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Thames Valley Applied Research Collaboration (TV ARC) under the Live Well theme. Based at the Warneford Hospital, the successful candidate will investigate social and commercial determinants of health, managing research implementation from study setup and recruitment to data analysis and publication. The role involves working closely with senior researchers, engaging across multidisciplinary areas, and generating original concepts. This is a 48-month fixed-term appointment offering a stimulating academic environment in a world-class institution.
What you'll do
- Develop innovative research questions within the Live Well theme addressing health determinants.
- Conduct independent qualitative and quantitative data collection, monitoring, and complex analysis.
- Lead research implementation tasks including study setup, recruitment, and participant consent processes.
- Draft manuscripts and secure high-impact publications in peer-reviewed academic journals.
- Collaborate closely with the senior research team and cross-cutting thematic groups within the ARC.
- Supervise research internships and support student activity within the department as required.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD or DPhil in a relevant discipline
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record relative to career stage
- Demonstrated experience in conducting post-qualification academic research
- Proficiency in analyzing complex qualitative or quantitative data sets
- Familiarity with existing literature and research frameworks in health determinants
- Demonstrated ability to lead study implementation, recruitment, and data collection
- Must hold a relevant PhD or DPhil degree prior to appointment
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-11
Applicants must submit an online application via the University of Oxford recruitment portal. The application package must include a covering letter or supporting statement, a comprehensive CV, and contact details for two referees.
- CV
- Cover letter
- 2 reference contacts
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