Senior Infectious Disease Modeller

Professor Doctor Obi; Oxford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Infectious Disease Modeller to join a dynamic team at a prestigious institution. This pivotal role involves leading research on antimicrobial resistance, managing collaborations, and securing funding for innovative projects. The successful candidate will contribute to impactful research that shapes public health policy both locally and internationally. With opportunities for remote working and a supportive environment for professional growth, this position is ideal for those passionate about making a difference in global health.

Qualifications

• Track record in high-quality research linked to public health policy.
• Experience in national/international advisory committees.

Responsibilities

• Supervise postdoctoral researchers and lead grant-funded research.
• Manage collaborations and facilitate knowledge exchange.

Skills

Infectious Disease Modelling

Public Health Policy

Research Funding

Collaboration with WHO

Education

PhD in Public Health or related field

Job description

Applications are invited for a Senior Infectious Disease Modeller to join a team working with Associate Professor Koen Pouwels. This research programme focuses on understanding the burden, transmission dynamics, drivers, and impact of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in various countries, with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). You will join an expanding group of infectious disease modellers and health economist based at the University of Oxford’s Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS). You will also closely work with Professor Ben Cooper at the Nuffield Department of Medicine (NDM).

The successful candidate will supervise postdoctoral researchers while progressively establishing and leading their own specialist grant-funded research programme, by securing funding for independent projects. Reporting to Associate Professor Koen Pouwels, the post holder will contribute to representing the research group locally, nationally and internationally, and collaborate with stakeholders including the World Health Organization to advance AMR research and policy. The role involves travel to partner institutions, conferences and meetings. It includes managing and strengthening collaborations with existing and new partners, facilitating knowledge exchange, and ensuring that findings are effectively integrated into the local context and national and international policy discussions.

The successful candidate will have a track record in high quality research linked to public health policy, not only evidenced by high-quality peer-reviewed publications, but also active engagement in national/international advisory committees, (grant) review boards and knowledge translation activities.

You will be based in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager.

The position is full-time and fixed-term for one year in the first instance.

For further information or discuss the post, please contact Associate Professor Koen Pouwels via [e-mail].

“Committed to equality and valuing diversity”

You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Friday 16 May 2025.

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing 26 May 2025.

£55,636 to £72,079 per annum : Grade 9