Research Fellow in Ageing and Epidemiology (B02-09266)

This project investigates whether housing energy efficiency retrofit interventions can improve the mental and physical health of older adults in England, reduce health inequalities, support economic sustainability, and contribute to progress towards net zero. You will analyse longitudinal data from ELSA, alongside linked Hospital Episode Statistics and energy efficiency datasets, to address the project’s core research questions. You will also contribute to interpreting findings, preparing outputs for publication, and supporting collaboration with the project’s collaborators and PPIE.

 

Application Details:

• This is a fixed-term contract with external funding until 30 September 2028 in the first instance • Appointment at Grade 7 (£45,103-£52,586) is dependent on award and confirmation of a PhD (or equivalent). If this is not the case, initial appointment will be at Research Assistant Grade 6B (£39,148 - £41,833 per annum) inclusive of London allowance with payment at Grade 7 being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis with no corrections. • 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 via the link 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 Professor Paola Zaninotto (p.zaninotto@ucl.ac.uk) or Professor Andrew Steptoe (steptoe@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 Kate Coughlin (k.coughlin@ucl.ac.uk).