Epidemiologist (Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse)
Job Summary
Grade UE08: 50253..00 per annum
CAHSS / Moray House School of Education and Sport
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: until 30th April 2028 with the possibility of extension (subject to confirmed funding)
Where passion meets purpose. Be part of something bigger.
Join Childlight a global data institute in the University of Edinburgh and youll be making a meaningful difference. Youll do meaningful work grow be rewarded and recognised and benefit from our strong commitment to your wellbeing. There are so many reasons to join us.
The University of Edinburgh is a world-class organisation. We look for the best in the field across all disciplines and provide a working environment where academics can develop their careers and passion for their chosen subject area.
The Opportunity:
As an Epidemiologist (CSEA) you will advance Childlight the global child safety institutes public health surveillance system around CSEA. You will contribute your expertise in strategic thinking around enhancing a surveillance system your data skills to analysing prevalence and other estimates and your public health networking skills to creating sustainable partnerships and impact.
This post is full-time (35 hours per week). We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.
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How to apply
Please include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter outlining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria set out in the Job Description
- A list of your top 5 academic publications
- A maximum one page impact case study describing how your work has lead impact
People have always been at the heart of our work. We are looking for people with drive determination and a passion for what they do. We are a place where everyone is welcome and offer a range of policies and benefits designed to support you in building the right meaningful flexibility for you.
A career with us has a range of other benefits that can be tailored to your lifestyle:
- Responsibility and autonomy
- Professional development and subject matter expertise
- Leading-edge research
- Variety every day
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
A competitive salary.
An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
Comprehensive Staff Benefits including generous annual leave entitlement a defined benefits pension scheme a wide range of staff discounts family-friendly initiatives and flexible work options. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits pageand use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 6th July 2026.
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About Company
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