Health of Populations and Ecosystems

The successful applicant will undertake research on the links between population health (people’s health) and the natural environment. The research must have a UK focus and be of relevance to the UK policy community.

The research may involve a combination of quantitative methods, including original data collection (e.g. environmental data, social data) and secondary data analysis, and qualitative methods, such as interviews and focus groups.

A few examples of potential research projects are included on the following link: www.york.ac.uk/healthsciences/gradschool/funding/phd-studentships/hope-2014/

Informal Enquiries

Prospective applicants should read these further particulars carefully. If you wish to discuss the studentship, please contact Professor Hilary Graham ([Email Address Removed]) or Professor Piran White ([Email Address Removed]).

Process for application

Applications should be received no later than Tuesday 21 October 2014.

Applications should be made using the University of York online application process: http://www.york.ac.uk/admin/uao/ugrad/courses/cupid/index.cfm?ippCode=DRPHSCSHSC3&level=postgraduate

Applicants should state that they are applying for the PhD studentship in the Health of Populations and Ecosystems (Reference PHDHOPE3). Please also provide a curriculum vitae and two academic references. In addition, you should upload an outline of your intended approach to the area of research, noting the potential methods or approaches that could be used (up to 800 words in PDF format). If you have already published academic papers, one of these may also be uploaded. We are looking for applicants with a background in health research (social, biological or medical sciences) or environmental science (ecological or physical) or economics (with or without a focus on health or environmental economics) wishing to develop their research across the health and environmental sciences. Applicants should have an upper second or first class honours degree or equivalent; a Masters-level qualification would be an advantage.

The successful applicant will develop his/her interdisciplinary research skills by undertaking research training and an interdisciplinary research project across health and ecosystem science. The studentships will be supervised by Professor Hilary Graham and Professor Piran White.

More information: www.york.ac.uk/healthsciences/gradschool/funding/phd-studentships/hope-2014/