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Overview

The Health Economics and Decision Science (HEDS) section in the School of Medicine & Population Health is seeking to appoint two Research Associates in Public Health and Labour Economic Modelling. You will work on applied and methodological research projects focussed on policies involving interventions affecting both health and work outcomes and the interactions between them. 

The research team is at the forefront of public health economic microsimulation modelling. You will contribute to project work focussed on quantitative analyses of the interactions between work and health, writing future research proposals, dissemination of research findings through peer-reviewed publications, academic conferences and engagement with policy and practice stakeholders and the public. You will develop your methodological research interests, and could contribute to delivery of Masters level teaching, and supervising postgraduate research students. 

You should have a Masters and PhD, or equivalent work experience, in a relevant numerate subject, for example, mathematics, operational research, statistics or economics. Ideally, you should have an emerging track record of peer-reviewed publications and research impact.

Main duties and responsibilities

1. Undertake research as part of multidisciplinary teams focused on Public Health and Labour Economic Modelling working on the development and implementation of statistical econometric models of the interactive causal effects between health and work, as well as cost benefit analysis and microsimulation modelling to assess health and workplace interventions. 

2. Undertake methodological research in health economics and decision sciences. 

3. Contribute to the design, development and writing of proposals for research and knowledge exchange projects.

4. Undertake statistical analysis of datasets.

5. Disseminate research findings through publication in leading peer-reviewed health and medical journals and presenting papers at conferences.

6. Contribute to literature review, data analysis and elicitation processes to obtain model parameters.

7. Prepare research documents including research reports, project updates and briefing papers.

8. Communicate effectively with research partners and collaborators both within and outside the university including international collaborators.

9. Involvement in professional activities such as organising local research events.

10. Contribute to the Section’s teaching by delivering lectures and tutorials, external short courses and developing on-line teaching materials.

11. You will make a full and active contribution to the principles of the ‘Sheffield Academic’. These include the achievement of excellence in applied teaching and research, and scholarly pursuits to make a genuine difference in the subject area and to the University’s achievements as a whole.

12. As a member of staff you will be encouraged to make ethical decisions in your role, embedding the University sustainability strategy into your working activities wherever possible.

13. Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification 

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Further Information

Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place during the week commencing 27 April 2026.

This will consist of a presentation by the candidate on a topic relevant to the post, interview questions, and an aptitude test.

We plan to let candidates know if they have been shortlisted before the end of the week commencing 20 April 2026.

If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact … 

dph-section-operations@sheffield.ac.uk. 

Our vision and strategic plan

We are the University of Sheffield. This is our vision: sheffield.ac.uk/vision (opens in new window).

What we offer

• A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more.

• Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles.

• Generous pension scheme.

• A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel.

• A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks).

• Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role.

• A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways.

• A range of generous family-friendly policies

  • paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies

  • access to menopause support in the workplace

  • paid time off and support for fertility treatment

  • and more

More details can be found on our benefits page: sheffield.ac.uk/jobs/benefits (opens in a new window).

We are a Disability Confident Leader (opens in a new window). If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process.

Closing Date : 23/04/2026 

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