Health Psychology and Qualitative Methods at University of Cambridge

The Department of Psychology invites applications for a University Assistant/Associate Professorship in Health Psychology and Qualitative Methods to be taken up from 1 October 2024, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The role holder will be an academic in health psychology with expertise in qualitative and mixed methods. Experience and/or knowledge of all or some of the following is desirable:

 – working on projects that focus on the biological basis of human diseases and disorders

 – translational research designs and interventions to improve clinical healthcare (e.g. prevention, early diagnosis, survivorship, end-of-life care)

 – strong background in patient and public involvement (PPI), including expertise leading research groups in PPI, co-production, methods of involving under-represented and co-production of ethical practice in research

 – expertise in both qualitative and mixed methods research and how these underpin PPI.

Interdisciplinary and collaborative research is strongly encouraged across the university and its associated institutes. Candidates must also demonstrate a firm commitment to teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels within the Department

Applicants must have a PhD degree in a relevant subject and strong evidence of research and teaching excellence. Appointment will be to the retiring age, subject to a probationary period of five years. The post is based in central Cambridge

Information about the Department and the research interests of members of staff can be found at www.psychol.cam.ac.uk. 

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a standard Disclosure and Barring Service check.

For an informal discussion about the post please contact the Mark Johnson, Head of Department (mj492@cam.ac.uk)

Please quote reference PJ40030 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.