Postdoctoral Researcher in Health Justice

Researcher (Podcast Production):
Health Justice & Decolonisation – Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London, has an exciting opportunity for a Researcher interested in research impact to conduct a series of podcasts on health justice and decolonisation.

In this role, you will design, produce, and deliver a series of podcasts that contribute to a growing research network focused on health justice. You will work closely with established scholars, curating a diverse range of voices across disciplines, backgrounds, and lived experiences.

Fixed-term contract until 31 May 2026, part‑time (approximately 5 hours per week, up to 60 hours in total). Mainly working from home, with flexible and hybrid working patterns.

Salary: £24.24 per hour (pro‑rata £44,247 per year). Grade 7 on the College’s London Pay Scale, which includes a consolidated London Weighting Allowance.

Applications are welcomed from individuals at all career stages, from advanced doctoral candidates onward.

Competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements, generous benefits in the HE sector, and being located in the heart of Bloomsbury and Euston, London.

You will bring academic experience in medical humanities, medical sociology, or a closely related field, alongside a strong commitment to health justice. You will be well‑versed in discussions surrounding the decolonisation of academic research and enthusiastic about producing and curating a diverse group of scholars across disciplines, life experiences, and social identities. Strong qualitative research skills are essential, particularly experience in conducting and shaping in‑depth, long‑form interviews for public‑facing content.

If you would like to know more about the role, contact Professor Karen Wells, Director of Birkbeck Institute for Social Research at

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We welcome applicants from all sections of the community and backgrounds to apply  The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.