Dheeraj Rai

A fully funded PhD studentship is available at the University of Bristol, focusing on improving the mental health of young people with disabilities. This project addresses a vital and under-researched area in public health, aiming to shape inclusive mental health policy and practice for marginalised or disadvantaged youth. The research will be supervised by Dr Laura Tinner, Professor Judi Kidger, and Professor Dheeraj Rai from the University of Bristol, along with Dr Abby Russell from the University of Exeter. Applicants from social science, science, or public health backgrounds are encouraged to apply, especially those interested in impactful research with real-world relevance. The studentship is open to international applicants, and the application deadline is 5:00pm on 20th October 2025. For more information and to apply, follow the provided link.