Discovery Research Fellow in Boys’ and Young Men’s Emotional Health
Develop independent research on boys’ and young men’s emotional and relational health with five years of funding and mentorship.
Best for:Best for early-career researchers in psychology, public health, or social sciences with a PhD, strong analytical skills, and a passion for addressing gender-specific health disparities.
Overview
The University of York is seeking three Discovery Research Fellows to establish independent research programmes focused on the emotional and relational well-being of boys and young men aged 12–35. Based in the Department of Health Sciences, successful candidates will receive five years of funding, dedicated support, and mentorship from Professor Paul Galdas. This role involves leading research on themes such as coping mechanisms, social connections, and early fatherhood, while collaborating with policy makers, practitioners, and community partners. Fellows will also support a linked PhD student and engage in international networking within a global cohort of 11 researchers across five countries.
What you'll do
- Lead an independent research programme focused on boys’ and young men’s emotional and relational health for five years.
- Develop and implement research projects addressing coping strategies, social connections, and early fatherhood themes.
- Produce high-impact publications and accessible outputs to disseminate findings to academic and non-academic audiences.
- Collaborate with policy makers, practitioners, and community partners to apply research findings in real-world settings.
- Support the recruitment and supervision of a linked PhD student throughout their programme.
- Participate in mentoring, professional development, and international networking activities within the Movember Institute cohort.
- Engage in structured professional development opportunities provided by the Movember Institute.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Psychology, Behavioural or Social Sciences, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Services Research, Implementation Science, or a related field, awarded after November 19, 2021.
Language: English; proficiency required for research communication and collaboration.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrable research achievement and leadership potential at an early-career stage.
- Strong analytical and quantitative research skills.
- Proven expertise in relevant research themes (e.g., coping mechanisms, social connections, early fatherhood).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for academic and non-academic audiences.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
- PhD awarded after November 19, 2021 (extensions considered for documented career interruptions).
- Eligibility under Movember’s specific criteria for career interruptions.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-19 (Europe/London)
Applicants must submit their proposal through Movember’s funding page. Review the full job description and Movember’s Request for Applications for detailed eligibility criteria, proposal requirements, and submission instructions. Applications must be submitted directly via Movember’s portal, not the University of York’s recruitment system.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Research proposal outlining the independent research programme
- Letters of support or references (if required)
- Proof of PhD award date and any relevant career interruptions
Contact
Paul Galdas· Movember Institute Professorial Fellow (UK & Ireland)
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