Senior Infectious Disease Modeller

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Infectious Disease Modeller to join their dynamic team in Oxford. This exciting role involves researching the complexities of antimicrobial resistance and its impact on public health, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. You will collaborate with leading experts and engage in high-quality research that influences health policy. The position offers a flexible working pattern, allowing for regular remote work while being part of a prestigious institution dedicated to equality and diversity. If you are passionate about making a difference in global health, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in infectious disease modelling with a focus on public health.
• Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications and advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Model the burden and transmission dynamics of infectious diseases.
• Collaborate with health economists and contribute to research on AMR.

Skills

Infectious Disease Modelling

Public Health Policy Research

Data Analysis

Engagement in Advisory Committees

Education

PhD in Epidemiology or related field

Master's in Public Health

Tools

Statistical Software (R, Python)

Data Visualization Tools

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Senior Infectious Disease Modeller, Oxford

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Client:

University of Oxford

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

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Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford 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 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. “Committed to equality and valuing diversity”