Associate Professor/Professor in Climate, Environment and Health

LSTM; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

LSTM seeks an Associate Professor/Professor in Climate, Environment and Health to lead and develop research that improves health outcomes in vulnerable populations. This senior role involves strategic leadership and partnership development across disciplines. Candidates should have a strong academic background and a proven record of securing grants, contributing to the advancement of climate-health initiatives.

Qualifications

• PhD qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Extensive knowledge informed by current research.
• Evidence of an established international reputation.

Responsibilities

• Leading climate, environment, and health research focused on LMICs.
• Providing strategic leadership and developing partnerships.
• Supporting the delivery and development of postgraduate education.

Skills

Interdisciplinary research

Strategic leadership

Communication

Partnership building

Education

PhD in relevant subject area

Job description

Associate Professor/Professor in Climate, Environment and Health, Liverpool

Client:

LSTM

Location:

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

9dee469c9ebd

Job Views:

6

Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

This strategic post will lead and further develop Climate, Environment and Health expertise at LSTM, contributing to improving health outcomes in poor/vulnerable populations in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Candidates can come from a variety of backgrounds, including but not limited to health sciences, population sciences, social sciences, geo-spatial sciences, and climate sciences. We are seeking a qualified individual to research and translate science on climate change, health and equity, whose expertise includes one (or preferably more) of the following areas: research and education in climate-health policy, biological mechanisms of health impacts from climate change, climate change epidemiology, and intervention research.

The candidate should also be knowledgeable about the interdependence of the health of humans, animals, and plants and the health of the ecosystems.

This is a senior role encompassing key areas of institutional responsibility:

Research and academic development: The postholder will have a strong record of interdisciplinary, team-based science, including peer-reviewed publications and securing external funding. A focus on high-impact research, climate change impacts on health, implementation, and translational science is essential. Identifying new transdisciplinary research opportunities and expanding funding sources is key to long-term success. Strengthening partnerships in LMICs and investing in early and mid-career researchers is crucial for ensuring the institution’s relevance.

Leadership: The post will provide strategic leadership, communicating and championing the value and contribution of Climate, Environment and Health to LSTM colleagues working across the translational spectrum and at a regional, national and international level.

Education: The postholder will give expert advice and support in the delivery and development of our postgraduate education portfolio, with a specific vision to enhance the focus on Climate, Environment and Health within our taught programmes.

Your role will include, but not be limited to:

Research:

• Leading high-impact climate, environment and health research focused on LMICs in collaboration with LSTM departments and the Global Hubs
• Supporting transition of the Working Group into the Centre for Health, Environment, and Climate Change (CHEC)
• Developing evidence-based interventions for climate-sensitive health risks

Partnership:

• Fostering global partnerships to enhance LSTM’s research impact and capacity
• Building long-term partnerships with LMIC institutions
• Collaborating with public health authorities to develop innovative sustainable health systems tailored to climate adaptation and mitigation in LMICs

Teaching and learning support:

• Taking responsibility for the overall teaching and learning strategy within your academic field.
• Ensuring quality standards of LSTM teaching programs in your academic field.
• Leading innovative curriculum design and teaching methodology, while introducing students to cutting-edge research and its impact.

External representation and income generation:

• Collaborating across departments to generate grant income/initiate opportunities for external funding, with a proven ability to attract significant high prestige funding and securing resources for early-career researchers.
• Proactively and professionally representing the work of LSTM nationally and internationally.
• Liaising at high level with external bodies and participating effectively in complex negotiations, including participation in knowledge exchange activities in line with the UK’s Knowledge Exchange Framework

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• PhD qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Extensive knowledge of subject area informed by substantial current research in the field.
• Knowledge of strategic leadership principles and their effective application in a HEI setting.
• Evidence of established international reputation in global health arena, related to Climate, environment, and Health.
• Outstanding record of international level peer reviewed original publications and research, including in relation to low or middle-income countries.
• Evidence of strong strategic leadership and management skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a wide range of staff and collaborators.

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Created on 25/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom