We are currently seeking applications for an Assistant Professor in Human Geography (grade 8) with expertise in Health Geography, broadly defined. The closing date for applications is 10th May 2026.
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The Department of Geography at Durham University seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Human Geography who has expertise in the field of Health Geography that will complement and extend our current work in our Geographies of Life research cluster. We encourage applications in health geographies broadly defined. This could include but is not limited to: political economies and political ecologies of health; health and environment; more‑than‑human health geographies; feminist, queer and decolonial approaches to health; health and geohumanities; care economies; mental well‑being; disability; neurodiversity; and health inequalities and social justice.
The successful candidate will develop world‑class scholarship in their field, and we encourage work that develops a range of theoretical, conceptual, and/or methodological approaches. They will have completed a PhD in a relevant field, have a track record of internationally excellent and agenda‑setting publications and demonstrate a track record of, or potential for, securing external funding. They will have experience of, or show a commitment to, delivering excellent teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels and will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and Master’s‑level teaching. xwzovoh In addition to their research, the successful candidate will contribute to the department through administrative roles commensurate with their grade.
Department contact for academic‑related enquiries: Professor Colm O’Cofaigh, Head of Department ,
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