Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Mental Health Anthropology

SOAS Enterprise; City of London; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in London is seeking a CAMHRA Research Fellow for a 3-year fixed-term position, focusing on innovative anthropology and mental health research. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and robust research skills, supporting the Centre’s mission to enhance mental health care access through engaging research. The role offers a competitive salary, with flexible working arrangements available. Applications close on 16 January 2026.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Sponsorship for right to work in the UK

Support for diverse applicants

Qualifications

• Exceptional early-career academic with doctoral or postdoctoral training.
• Demonstrated ability in conducting innovative research.
• Experience in ethnographic fieldwork desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research in anthropology and mental health.
• Develop and support research objectives and proposals.
• Produce high-impact academic outputs and engage with public audiences.

Skills

Anthropological training

Research skills

Public engagement

Collaborative research

Education

PhD in Anthropology or related field

Job description

A leading educational institution in London is seeking a CAMHRA Research Fellow for a 3-year fixed-term position, focusing on innovative anthropology and mental health research. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and robust research skills, supporting the Centre’s mission to enhance mental health care access through engaging research. The role offers a competitive salary, with flexible working arrangements available. Applications close on 16 January 2026.