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Postdoctoral Fellow at Slum and Rural Health Initiative
Slum and Rural Health Initiative
October 21, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Role Overview
Lead and support high-quality research on health and social issues affecting slum and rural communities, contributing to SRHIN's research output, publications, and evidence-based programming.
Key Responsibilities
Design and lead independent and collaborative research studies
Analyse quantitative and/or qualitative data and produce peer-reviewed publications
Support grant writing and research funding applications
Mentor research assistants and junior researchers
Present research findings at conferences, workshops, and stakeholder meetings
Contribute to the translation of research findings into policy and programme recommendations.
Required Qualifications & Experience
PhD Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Sciences, Psychology, or a related field
Demonstrated research and publication track record
Strong quantitative/qualitative research and analytical skills
Experience with research in low-resource, slum, or rural settings is an advantage
Excellent academic writing and communication skills.
Lead and support high-quality research on health and social issues affecting slum and rural communities, contributing to SRHIN's research output, publications, and evidence-based programming.
Key Responsibilities
Design and lead independent and collaborative research studies
Analyse quantitative and/or qualitative data and produce peer-reviewed publications
Support grant writing and research funding applications
Mentor research assistants and junior researchers
Present research findings at conferences, workshops, and stakeholder meetings
Contribute to the translation of research findings into policy and programme recommendations.
Required Qualifications & Experience
PhD Degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Social Sciences, Psychology, or a related field
Demonstrated research and publication track record
Strong quantitative/qualitative research and analytical skills
Experience with research in low-resource, slum, or rural settings is an advantage
Excellent academic writing and communication skills.