Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Environmental Epidemiology and Climate Change University of Exeter in United Kingdom

The Net Positive Centre, based at the University of Exeter, is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Environmental Epidemiology. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of climate, environment, and health. The successful candidate will work on interdisciplinary projects addressing climate change, health inequalities, and resilient systems, including green and blue infrastructure, urban environments, and food systems.

The role is full-time, part-time, or job-share, based at the Penryn Campus in Cornwall with hybrid working options available. The position runs from March 2026 to February 2029. Applicants should have a PhD and strong skills in environmental epidemiology and spatial analysis, and be enthusiastic about collaborating across sectors. The University of Exeter provides sector-leading benefits, excellent development and innovation support, and the flexibility to pursue impactful research in a beautiful campus setting.

Key research areas include environmental epidemiology, climate change, health inequalities, spatial analysis, green and blue infrastructure, urban environments, food systems, and resilient systems. The position is supervised by Ben Wheeler, Lewis Elliott, and Tim Taylor. The application deadline is 19 January 2026, with interviews scheduled for 4–5 February 2026. For more information and to apply, visit the University of Exeter job portal.