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Lecturer in Health Psychology

Esrc IAA University of Surrey

Guildford

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a top-ranked UK university for a Lecturer in Health Psychology. This role offers a chance to engage in groundbreaking research and teach in a supportive, collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong publication record, a commitment to student experience, and expertise in areas such as perinatal mental health and digital technologies. Join a community that values diversity and inclusivity, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and generous career development support. This is a perfect opportunity for those passionate about health psychology and making a difference in the field.

Benefits

Generous annual leave
Career development support
Internal research grants
Family-friendly policies

Qualifications

  • Strong publication record and research funding track record.
  • Commitment to enhancing student experience and collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality teaching and engage in impactful research.
  • Contribute to curriculum development and student mentorship.

Skills

Digital Technologies
Aging
Sleep
Perinatal, Children and Adolescent Mental Health
Long Term Health Conditions
Advanced Qualitative Methods
Advanced Quantitative Methods

Education

PhD in Health Psychology or related field

Job description

Lecturer in Health Psychology

Exciting Opportunity in Health Psychology in the School of Psychology, University of Surrey!


Join a Top-20 UK University with Ground-breaking Research.


We're seeking outstanding Lecturers (and, in exceptional cases, Senior Lecturers) in Health Psychology, with expertise in:

  1. Digital Technologies
  2. Aging
  3. Sleep
  4. Perinatal, Children and Adolescent Mental Health
  5. Long Term Health Conditions
  6. Advanced Qualitative and Quantitative Methods

Why Surrey?
  1. State-of-the-art research facilities
  2. Collaborative, supportive environment
  3. Comprehensive research equipment
  4. Institutes for Sustainability & AI, and Centre of Excellent on Aging
  5. Ranked 13th in Psychology (Complete University Guide 2025)
  6. Partnerships with Health and Social Care organisations
  7. Schools of Medical, Veterinary, and Health Sciences

What We Offer
  1. Competitive salary
  2. Generous annual leave
  3. Career development support
  4. Internal research grants
  5. Family-friendly policies

Ideal Candidates
  1. Strong publication record (based on your career stage)
  2. Research funding track record (based on your career stage)
  3. Commitment to student experience
  4. Collaborative spirit

How to apply

To apply please submit your CV. You will also be asked to address some statements to help us assess your suitability for the position.


Informal inquiries: Prof. Roi Cohen Kadosh ( r.cohenkadosh@surrey.ac.uk )


Full details: www.surrey.ac.uk/school-psychology/research


Shortlisted candidates will be invited to deliver an online presentation on Friday 9th May. Candidates who are successful at this stage will then be invited to an interview on campus on Monday 19th May.


The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. We therefore particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.

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