Stefano Moncada

Part-Time PhD Opportunity at the University of Malta The Islands and Small States Institute at the University of Malta is inviting applications for a part-time PhD project titled “Small States, Population Size and Cardiometabolic Health in Europe: Investigating the Interplay Between Food Environments, Socioeconomic Inequalities and Health Outcomes.” This doctoral project sits at the intersection of public health , medical science , and statistics , with a strong focus on public health epidemiology , cardiometabolic health , food environments , socioeconomic inequalities , and small states in Europe. The research will examine how population size and environmental and social factors shape health outcomes across European contexts. Supervision is provided by Prof. Sarah Cuschieri and Prof. Stefano Moncada . The post notes access to European research datasets, which suggests a data-driven project with opportunities for quantitative analysis and comparative health research. This opportunity is especially suitable for professionals who want to pursue doctoral studies part-time. The announcement does not mention funding, stipend, tuition coverage, or fee waivers, so applicants should check the project overview for any additional financial details. Application window: register your expression of interest by 30 September 2026 . Full details and application information are available via the project link, and applicants are instructed to email islands@um.edu.mt following the procedures in the project overview.