Research Fellow in the Impact of Extreme Events

We are delighted to welcome applications for a research post in the area of understanding the impact of extreme events on individuals’ hospitalisation, all-cause mortality and long-term outcomes, as part of the project on Extreme Temperature and Health OutcomeS (ETHOS), funded by the National Environmental Research Council (NERC).

The project, led by Professor Justin Sheffield, aims to transform our understanding of temperature-health relationships in the most vulnerable, but under-evidenced, population groups and identify environmental and community-based approaches to reduce risks under current and future climates. Through this research, the project will develop new knowledge and tools for risk assessment of temperature events and targeted interventions at different spatial and temporal scales, with a focus on groups that are disproportionately affected.

This research position sits within a work package which aims to understand the impact of extreme events on hospitalisation, all-cause mortality, and long-term outcomes in a representative sample of adults with multiple long-term conditions, at national and local level, and identify high-risk and vulnerable groups. The post will be based in the School of Geography and Environmental Science, within the Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences (FELS). The work is led by Dr Rebecca Collins (School of Geography and Environmental Science) and Proessor Athina Vlachantoni (Department of Gerontology, Faculty of Social Sciences), both Co-Investigators on the project. You will be part of a supportive group including other Research Fellows, and other Faculty members, both within Southampton and partner institutions.

To be successful in this role you will have, or will be close to completing, a PhD (or equivalent professional qualifications) with a strong statistical component in a relevant discipline (e.g geography, gerontology, statistics, demography, economics, social policy). Essential attributes for the role are: Knowledge and expertise in bivariate and multivariate statistics; Being skilled in the use of SPSS or other software; the ability to plan and organise work independently and as part of a team; and the ability to write research presentations and papers. Additionally, experience in the analysis of the Understanding Society and/or the English Longitudinal Study of Ageing would also be an advantage.

The School of Geography and Environmental Science is committed to fostering a culture of equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates, and particularly encourage applications from candidates belonging to groups who are under-represented within academic posts at the University, including, but not limited to: people from Black and minority ethnic groups; and disabled people. The School are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and offer a range of family friendly policies, flexi-time and flexible working. We are a Disability Confident employer and the School holds a bronze Athena SWAN award”.

The University of Southampton holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award demonstrating commitment to equal opportunities in the workplace.

Applications will be considered from candidates who are working towards or nearing completion of a relevant PhD qualification. The title of Research Fellow will be applied upon completion of PhD. Prior to the qualification being awarded the title of Senior Research Assistant will be given.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Rebecca Collins, email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 20 Nov 2024

Section: Education, Research & Enterprise

Salary: £35,880 Per annum
Full Time Fixed Term for 18 months