At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a cutting-edge BSc in Population Health and Data Science.
- Company: Join King’s College London and collaborate with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, indefinite contract, and opportunities for academic leadership.
- Other info: Dynamic role with a focus on inclusive education and impactful research.
- Why this job: Shape future public health leaders and make a real impact in population health.
- Qualifications: PhD in relevant fields and proven experience in programme leadership and curriculum design.
The predicted salary is between 74613 - 74613 £ per year.
About the role
At a pivotal moment for population health, data science and health-services research, the post holder will provide academic leadership in population health. Specifically, this post will primarily lead and develop the new BSc in Population Health and Data Science which is being jointly designed and delivered with the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM). The post holder will be employed by King’s College London, funded jointly by LSHTM where they will have an honorary affiliation. The post holder is expected to work equally across the central London campuses of each institution.
As programme lead for the BSc Population Health and Data Science, drawing on the academic and world-leading research strengths of both institutions, they will lead and co‑ordinate the design and implementation of a research‑informed cutting‑edge curriculum, from inception to launch. They will champion inclusive digital pedagogy, and provide excellent pastoral support for the students and contributing educators. The post holder will be responsible for making the programme inspiring, giving future public health leaders and evidence-based practitioners the skills and knowledge to flourish. As the degree programme is established, the post holder will additionally develop an internationally excellent, impactful research programme in their field of interest.
This post is on the Education & Research academic pathway, which has well‑defined expectations to support the post holder’s academic contributions across the key domains of Education, Research, Innovation, Impact & Knowledge Exchange and Academic Leadership & Citizenship. This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered an indefinite contract.
About You
To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:
- Essential criteria
- PhD in epidemiology, data science, population health, public health, demography, health services research, implementation science, behavioural science, clinical sciences, or a closely related discipline
- Proven experience in undergraduate programme leadership and curriculum design and innovation
- National and growing international profile in the field, with a strong track record of high quality, peer-reviewed publications and a clear, independent research agenda aligned to public health priorities as well as success in securing competitive external research funding (or clear trajectory toward it)
- Record of teaching and assessment in higher education: epidemiology, data science, demography, population health, public health, research methods or related fields
- Demonstrable evidence of inclusive educational practice that improves access, participation, and student success
- Proven academic leadership and experience of bringing together different teams of people to deliver measurable outcomes
- Higher Education Academy (Advance HE) accreditation (FHEA/SFHEA) or equivalent, with evidence of developing and using innovative education practice to maximise student learning outcomes
- Experience of building and developing a team, with evidence of team member success
£65,091 to £74,613 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance
Senior Lecturer in Population Health and Data Science employer: Uag
UAG is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment at St Mary’s Campus where you can contribute to meaningful solutions in the fight against antimicrobial resistance. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a collaborative culture, you will have access to significant benefits and the opportunity to work alongside passionate professionals dedicated to making a difference in global health.
