Lecturer in Geographies of Health Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Job Reference Number:
B03-02423

Position:
Lecturer in Geographies of Health

Department:
UCL SLASH (B03)

Location:
London

Working Pattern:
Full-time

Salary:
£54,172 – £63,752

Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Type:
Hybrid

Secondment Availability:
No

Closing Date:
5th May 2025

About Us

The Department of Geography at UCL is globally recognised as one of the leading geography departments (ranked 4th in the QS World Rankings 2025 and 2nd in the Shanghai World Rankings 2024). It has consistently been highly rated in the UK Research Assessment Exercises, with 96% of research classified as World Leading (4*) or Internationally Excellent (3*) in the 2021 REF.

Our department offers a wide range of research in both Human and Physical Geography, with a strong commitment to interdisciplinary teaching and research. We currently have seven research clusters: Environment, Politics, and Society; Environmental Change and Biodiversity; Past Climates; Environmental Modelling and Observation; Culture and Migration; Global Urbanisms; and Geospatial Analysis and Computing. A new research cluster, Geographies of Health, will be launched in 2025-26.

Staff are involved in a variety of cross-disciplinary initiatives within UCL, including the Institute of Advanced Studies, UCL’s Anthropocene initiative, the UCL Social Data Institute, and the Sarah Parker Remond Centre for the study of Racism and Racialisation. The appointed individual(s) will join UCL’s Health of the Public community, where public health was ranked 3rd in the world in the 2024 Shanghai rankings. Additionally, the role will involve collaboration with UCL’s Institute of Global Health and the Faculty of Population Health Sciences.

Research in Physical Geography benefits from state-of-the-art facilities, including the Geography Laboratories, the Bloomsbury Environmental Isotope Facility (BEIF), and the UCL Environmental Radiometric Facility (ERF), with BEIF being a joint facility with the Department of Earth Sciences.

We are committed to the idea of Geography as a global discipline and welcome applications from candidates with regional expertise from around the world. We aim to deepen our understanding of the planet to foster a more just and sustainable future. Our staff and students engage with local community groups, government agencies, NGOs, international organisations, businesses, and schools to apply global knowledge to local challenges. We are proud of the tangible impact our research and teaching have had in making the world a better place. We seek a new colleague who shares our values of collegiality, inclusivity, and openness.

About the Role

The UCL Department of Geography is seeking applicants for the role of Lecturer in Geographies of Health. We are making up to two permanent, full-time appointments, with a start date of September 2025. The salary for this role is Grade 8, £52,762 – £62,035 per annum (inclusive of London Allowance).

This new role will contribute to the development of UCL’s Geographies of Health research cluster, which builds on UCL’s global leadership in health research and its strong infrastructure for connecting health and the social sciences. UCL is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we particularly encourage applications from women and underrepresented ethnic groups.

We are seeking candidates with expertise in the following areas for undergraduate teaching:

• Health and Spatial Analysis
• Health and Development
• Health and Race
• Health and Environment
• Health and Cities

The successful candidates will contribute to the department’s existing undergraduate modules and participate in the development of new modules within the Geographies of Health cluster, including a third-year module and a new MSc programme in the near future.

Please see the full job description and person specification for more detailed information.

Application Deadline:
5th May 2025 at 23:59 GMT. Interviews will be held before mid-June.

UCL actively encourages applications for part-time, flexible working, and job-sharing arrangements where possible.

This role is eligible for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international candidates requiring a visa.

About You

Candidates should hold a PhD (by the start date) in Human Geography or a closely related field with a focus on environmental or spatial health issues. We are looking for candidates who have a strong track record of internationally excellent research and an innovative research agenda that will complement and enhance the Department’s existing strengths. Additionally, you must have demonstrated experience and enthusiasm for teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels and a commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion.

When applying, please provide:

• A covering letter (max. 4 pages) outlining how you meet the essential criteria and your proposed research and teaching contributions.
• A CV.
• The names and contact details of three referees.

For informal inquiries, please contact Prof. Jason Dittmer, Head of Department, at j.dittmer@ucl.ac.uk.

For questions related to the application process or accessibility, please contact Claire Betts, Department Manager, at c.betts@ucl.ac.uk.

What We Offer

In addition to the exciting opportunities this role offers, UCL provides a range of excellent benefits:

• 41 days of holiday (27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan and relocation support (for eligible posts)
• On-site nursery and gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted medical insurance

To learn more about the benefits at UCL, visit: UCL Rewards & Benefits.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

UCL embraces diversity and believes it drives creativity and innovation. As London’s Global University, we are committed to creating an inclusive community that reflects the global talent pool. We champion equality of opportunity and inclusivity for all members of our community.

The Department has an active Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee and networks for BAME, LGBTQ+, and disabled/neurodiverse staff and students. We hold an Athena Swan Silver Award and are working towards a Gold Award. Our Department aims to be a supportive and welcoming environment for staff and students from all backgrounds, particularly encouraging applicants from underrepresented groups and those using diverse theoretical and methodological approaches.

For further details about the department, visit UCL Geography.