Research Fellow in Behavioural Epidemiology

About us

The Research Department of Behavioural Science and Health is dedicated to research on how human behaviour impacts health and health outcomes. Our research and teaching reflect our interdisciplinary approach to health and wellbeing, focusing on a broad range of public health issues, such as alcohol and tobacco use, heart disease, cancer, and obesity. Further information can be found at: www.ucl.ac.uk/epidemiology-health-care/research/behavioural-science-health

About the role

The postholder will be based within the Research into Eating, ACtivity and Health (REACH) group, in the Research Department of Behavioural Science and Health at UCL. The project aims to better understand physical activity in UK pregnant women, to improve health and wellbeing in women and their children. The post holder will be responsible for delivering WP1, which will involve collaboration with NHS trusts in England, piloting new surveillance measures for assessing physical activity during pregnancy and upskilling healthcare professionals to deliver PA advice. Quantitative analyses will also allow us to identify areas of greatest need based on geographical and socio-demographic indicators

The successful applicant will have a strong understanding of epidemiological research and be expected to take undertake advanced quantitative analyses, including using longitudinal and routinely collected data, and writing relevant research papers. Demonstrable experience and confidence in liaising with multiple external (NHS) collaborators/sites will be required.

Application Details:

• This is an open-ended contract role with fixed-term funding until May 2029.
• This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

Application Process:

• A full job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
• Please use the personal statement section to explain how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification

Contact Details:

• If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact Dr Kathryn Hesketh (hesketh@ucl.ac.uk).
• If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact Maria Kristensen (Email: kristensen@ucl.ac.uk)

About you

You will have a PhD in epidemiology, public health or biostatistics, expertise in advanced quantitative methods and one or more of the following areas: physical activity epidemiology; women’s reproductive health; surveillance epidemiology. You should have a high-quality relevant publication portfolio, and evidence of undertaking research into women’s health or maternity care. You will have experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders and NHS professionals, and planning and undertaking advance quantitative research and analysis. You should have knowledge of good clinical practice, demonstrated ability to manage time, prioritise workloads, resolve research challenges and work to deadlines across several tasks. Experience of undertaking Participant Involvement and Engagement activities, including organizing and co-facilitating workshops and disseminating findings where relevant is also required.

What we offer

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