Research Fellow in Data Governance and Global Health (CholOut-EWS Project)

University of Leeds - Faculty of Social Sciences - School of Politics & International Studies (POLIS)

Placed On: 18th February 2026

Closes: 4th March 2026

Job Ref: ESLPO1113

Contract type: Fixed term (Fixed Term for 6 months to complete a specific task or time limited work)

Are you an ambitious early-career researcher with expertise in global health, data governance, or climate-sensitive infectious disease systems? Do you want to contribute to high-impact, interdisciplinary research in one of the UK’s leading research-intensive universities?

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Fellow to support the completion of the CholOut-EWS project. This post will synthesise project findings, finalise the end-of-project report, and lead a publication focused on data governance within early warning systems.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Dr Papiya Mazumdar, Lecturer in Global Health, POLIS

Email: p.mazumdar@leeds.ac.uk