Research Fellow - Healthy Weight Policy Research Unit - Food Policy and Food Systems Workstream

City St George’s, University of London is the University of business, practice and the professions and brings together the expertise and excellence of City, University of London and St George’s, University of London into one institution.

The combined university is one of the largest suppliers of the health workforce in the capital, as well as one of the largest higher education destinations for London students.

The merger creates opportunities to generate significant change in the world of healthcare including changes to treatment, population health monitoring, workforce development and leadership, policy, and advocacy.

Background

The Centre for Food Policy at City St George’s, University of London, is a leading interdisciplinary research centre focused on redesigning food systems to be effective for all. The Research Fellow will contribute to the NIHR Policy Research Programme funded Healthy Weight Policy Research Unit (HWPRU) Food policy and food systems workstream led by Professor Christina Vogel, who is also Director at the Centre for Food Policy. The postholder will work closely with colleagues within the Centre, University College London and Institute for Fiscal Studies.

Responsibilities

The role will require use of a range of research methods, including qualitative, quantitative, desktop and participatory approaches, and delivering project outputs The role will also involve liaising with co-investigators on the research project, our panel of public contributors and policy makers at local authorities, DHSC or other government departments. The post holder will be required to liaise with and provide support as needed to the research and, where necessary, the broader work of the Centre for Food Policy.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will have completed a PhD in a relevant field, have a passion to improve food systems and address dietary inequalities, and is familiar with UK food policy. They should possess excellent writing and interpersonal skills, be able to work independently and collaboratively, and have flexibility for fieldwork. A commitment to continuous professional development is essential and experience of managing or supporting others staff is desirable. Researchers from a range of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

Any questions about the role should be emailed to Professor Christina Vogel at

Closing date for applications: 2nd April 2025 11:59pm.

In your online application text response please outline how you meet the Criteria listed below.

As part of their application, we request all applicants to submit a current CV.

Interviews are scheduled to take place on: 30th April 2025

The selection process will involve a 5-minute presentation on a pre-set topic and a 25 minute interview.

Presentation topic and interview panel composition will be emailed ahead of time.

Interviews will be held online using Microsoft Teams. Details will be confirmed at interview stage.

We will accommodate any reasonable requests for candidates with a declared disability or who are making an application under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme.

City St George’s offers a sector-leading salary, pension scheme and benefits including a comprehensive package of staff training and development.

City St George’s, University of London is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in all its activities, processes, and culture for our whole community, including staff, students and visitors.

City St George’s operates a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants.

Regardless of where colleagues are working, City St George’s, University of London’s premises will be their primary and contractual place of work.