About the Position
The University of Exeter invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Social Science to join the newly established Centre for Net Positive Health and Climate Solutions (Net+ Centre). This is a three-year, UKRI-funded position within the Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS), based at Exeter’s Streatham Campus in the Egenis Centre (Centre for the Study of the Lifesciences), with hybrid work options available.
The successful candidate will work on interdisciplinary, impactful research projects exploring the links between climate change, health, and environmental-social-health inequalities. The position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate across sectors and academic disciplines, contributing to meaningful social science research on one of the most pressing global challenges.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
- Institution: University of Exeter
- Department: Centre for Net Positive Health and Climate Solutions (Net+ Centre) / Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (HASS)
- Research Field: Social Science (Anthropology, STS, Sociology)
- Location: Exeter, United Kingdom
- Number of Posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Fixed-Term (3 years)
- Start Date (Anticipated): Immediately
- Working Hours: Full-time
- Salary Range: From £42,882 (Grade F, depending on experience)
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research Area
- Climate change and health
- Environmental-social-health inequalities
- Interdisciplinary social science
- Empirical qualitative research
- Health & environment
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- A PhD or equivalent in anthropology, STS, sociology, or a related discipline
- Strong interest in empirical qualitative research on health and climate/environmental change
- Willingness to work across interdisciplinary research teams
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with collaborative research involving public health, environmental agencies, or non-academic partners
- A track record of peer-reviewed publications
- Engagement with health inequality or environmental justice frameworks
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct empirical social science research as part of the Net+ Centre
- Collaborate across academic and non-academic sectors
- Contribute to research outputs, publications, and interdisciplinary initiatives
- Engage with national partners like UKHSA, National Trust, and Forest Research
Application Process
How to Apply:
Apply online via the University of Exeter’s job portal.
Required Documents:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Contact information of references
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 17 June 2025
- Deadline: 8 July 2025
- Interview Date: Not specified (likely mid-July)
Useful Links
- Institution Website: University of Exeter
- Official Notification Link: Job search
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