Strategic Leader, Community-Based Infectious Disease Control

University of Oxford - Nuffield Department of Medicine; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in Oxford seeks a Senior Group Leader in Community-based Control of Infectious Diseases. The role involves leading a research programme, developing interventions for infectious disease control, and managing a team of researchers. Candidates must hold a PhD/DPhil and have extensive experience in the field, with a strong publication record. The position offers an attractive support package and is available on a full-time fixed-term contract for 5 years.

Benefits

Support for recruitment of research staff

Opportunity for promotion to Professor

Qualifications

• Substantial expertise in applied infectious disease epidemiology.
• Recognised international authority in infectious disease control.
• Strong record of publications in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead a research programme on infectious disease control interventions.
• Translate innovations into public health solutions.
• Manage and motivate a team of scientists.

Skills

Leadership and mentorship

Community-based intervention studies

Infectious disease epidemiology

Causal inference

Education

PhD/DPhil in a relevant field

Job description

A leading research institute in Oxford seeks a Senior Group Leader in Community-based Control of Infectious Diseases. The role involves leading a research programme, developing interventions for infectious disease control, and managing a team of researchers. Candidates must hold a PhD/DPhil and have extensive experience in the field, with a strong publication record. The position offers an attractive support package and is available on a full-time fixed-term contract for 5 years.