At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor a dynamic WASH team, driving impactful research and teaching initiatives.
- Company: Cranfield University, a top research-intensive institution with a global reputation.
- Benefits: Opportunity to shape the future of WASH education and research with competitive remuneration.
- Other info: Join a collaborative environment focused on innovative solutions for international development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in global water and sanitation practices while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: PhD in a relevant field and proven track record in research and teaching.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Cranfield University is one of the top five research‑intensive universities in the UK and has an unrivaled reputation for transforming cutting‑edge technology, management and science into practical, life‑enhancing solutions. The institution’s recent Research Excellence Framework ratings indicate that over 80% of its research is world or internationally leading, highlighting the quality and impact of its work. Cranfield’s provision of education and research on Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH) in developing countries has produced pioneering research that has changed water and sanitation thinking and practice, and the university is a leading provider of progressive educational and research support for international development through collaborations with the private sector.
In this role you will lead and mentor a well‑established WASH team within the Cranfield Water Science Institute (CWSI), provide strategic direction for an already successful teaching and research programme, rapidly embed yourself within CWSI’s teaching and research activities, and generate significant research and teaching income through leading large grant bids and organising short courses. You will also lead the Community Water and Sanitation MSc and the Water and Sanitation for Low Income Countries Community of Practice.
Qualifications:
- PhD or EngD in a field related to WASH Impact Evaluation (e.g., economics, development studies, technology evaluation, spatial geography, water management)
- Extensive track record of winning and delivering research projects funded by both the public and private sectors
- Strong peer‑reviewed publication record and teaching and supervision experience at the post‑graduate level
- Deep understanding of contemporary challenges facing the WASH sector and practical knowledge of the design and implementation of WASH interventions
- Ability to connect technocratic aspects of service delivery with the social, economic, political and institutional contexts in which services are delivered
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and confidence working with senior colleagues and research sponsors
Senior Lecturer/Reader in WASH Impact Evaluation at Cranfield University employer: SuSanA
WSSCC is an exceptional employer that values innovation and collaboration in the vital field of water, sanitation, and hygiene. With a flexible home-based role, employees enjoy a supportive work culture that fosters professional growth and encourages impactful contributions to community health across the Lake Victoria region. Join us to make a meaningful difference while benefiting from a dynamic and inclusive environment.
