Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow (ARCADE)

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow to work on the ARCADE project in London. The successful candidate will focus on protecting vulnerable populations from heat-related health issues through social research. The role offers extensive benefits including 41 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and other attractive perks.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Pension scheme

Cycle to work

Season ticket loans

Relocation support

On-site nursery and gym

Enhanced parental leave

Staff support services

Discounted medical insurance

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Experience in social or qualitative research.
• Knowledge of system dynamics modelling.
• Interest in policy-engaged research.
• Significant post-doctoral experience for Grade 8 consideration.

Responsibilities

• Work with partners of the ARCADE project.
• Help protect vulnerable populations from heat-related health issues.
• Conduct research focused on older adults and housing types.

Job description

Research Fellow / Senior Research Fellow (ARCADE), London

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

c1c688563869

Job Views:

16

Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

Job Description:

About the role

The postholder will be based in IEDE and will work with partners of the ARCADE project, which aims to help decision-makers protect vulnerable populations in the UK from heat-related health issues, especially among older adults and in less studied housing types like retirement villages and social housing.

This position is available immediately and is funded until 28/02/2026, with potential for further funding. Interviews are scheduled for 01 or 02 September. For more details, refer to the job description and person specification at the bottom of the page. For inquiries, contact the provided details, including Gemma Moore. UCL supports international applicants and can sponsor visas if eligibility requirements are met.

About you

The ideal candidate has a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field, with experience in social or qualitative research, system dynamics modelling, and group model building, and a strong interest in policy-engaged research. For Grade 8 consideration, significant post-doctoral experience or leadership in relevant projects/publications is required.

What we offer

Benefits include 41 days holiday, a pension scheme, cycle to work, season ticket loans, relocation support, on-site nursery and gym, enhanced parental leave, staff support services, and discounted medical insurance.