Senior Research Fellow Demographic Science

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Research Fellow in Demographic Science to lead innovative research initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to build and manage your own research team, engage in impactful projects, and contribute to the academic community at a prestigious institution. You will be responsible for publishing influential research, securing funding, and collaborating across disciplines. This full-time position provides a unique chance to shape the future of demographic research while supporting graduate students and participating in diverse college activities. Join a vibrant academic environment and make a significant impact in your field.

Qualifications

• Significant postdoctoral research experience in demography or related fields.
• Recognized authority with a strong publication record.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a research team generating world-class scientific research.
• Publish research articles and communicate results at conferences.

Skills

Research Team Leadership

Project Management

Grant Writing

Communication Skills

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

PhD/DPhil or equivalent

Job description

Senior Research Fellow Demographic Science, Oxford

Client:

University of Oxford

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

10b86cbd78e8

Job Views:

5

Posted:

02.04.2025

Expiry Date:

17.05.2025

Job Description:

Oxford Population Health (Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford), 42-43 Park End Street, Oxford, OX1 1JD. The Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science (LCDS), Nuffield Department of Population Health (NDPH) is recruiting a Senior Research Fellow in Demographic Science. The post would be held in conjunction with an Official Fellowship at Reuben College.

The post holder will establish and develop their own research team and play a leading role in generating world class scientific research and the management and strategic direction of the LCDS. You will be responsible for publishing research articles, communicating results at national and international conferences, writing funding applications, building and supervising your own team, obtaining competitive funding and developing and collaborating on projects. You will also play a key role in the Governance of Reuben College, supporting its graduate students and generally engaging proactively in the College’s diverse interdisciplinary activities.

To be considered, you will hold a PhD/DPhil or equivalent with significant postdoctoral research experience and a strong background in demography, population health, epidemiology or a related discipline. You will be a recognised international authority within your research area, evidenced by your publication record and will have experience managing projects and staff and the ability to lead a team and attract research funding. This is a full time (part time considered), fixed term post for 5 years, with evaluation for an open-ended Departmental contract at year 4 and 5 year renewal period for the College Fellowship.