Researcher with PhD Studentship

gate professional identity, livelihoods, aspirations and belonging within changing labour markets and health systems. The successful applicant will serve as a senior research assistant and receive funding for a PhD, in accordance with applicable institutional and project arrangements.

The researcher will benefit from doctoral supervision and support from an international, interdisciplinary research team.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and undertake an original programme of doctoral research within the NETOMA study, examining health workers’ professional personhood through ethnographic and qualitative research.Conduct an in-depth review of relevant theoretical and empirical literature for the Uganda country study and refine the doctoral research questions and study design.Undertake substantial ethnographic fieldwork, including qualitative interviews, participant observation, focus group discussions, participatory methods and other appropriate qualitative research methods.Analyse and interpret qualitative data using relevant anthropological and social science theory.Within the first year, develop a doctoral research proposal related to the NETOMA study, with a clear research plan and milestones, and obtain the necessary ethics approvals and registrations with support from supervisors and the project team.Under supervision, produce a high-quality doctoral thesis and contribute to peer-reviewed academic publications arising from the research.Participate actively in project meetings, seminars, workshops and other intellectual activities.Collaborate with researchers and project partners in Uganda, Zambia, Nigeria and the United Kingdom.Present research findings at academic conferences, seminars and other relevant forums.Contribute to stakeholder engagement and communicate findings to academic, policy, health-worker and other relevant audiences.Participate in the wider academic life of MakSPH and the project’s international research network.Qualifications and Desirable QualitiesA Master’s degree or equivalent in Anthropology, another social science discipline, or Public Health.Demonstrated training in social science theory and qualitative research methods, acquired through a Master’s programme or employment.At least three years’ experience conducting qualitative research, including the collection of ethnographic data.A strong academic record and evidence of potential for research excellence.Excellent written and spoken English.Demonstrated interest in health, labour, professional identities, health systems, livelihoods, work or related fields.Evidence of ethics training relevant to the applicant’s background.Experience conducting qualitative or ethnographic research and writing it up in manuscripts for publication in an academic peer-reviewed journal will be an advantage.At least five years of relevant experience in an academic or research environment will be an advantage.Intellectual curiosity, independence, willingness to undertake sustained ethnographic fieldwork, and the ability to work constructively within a multidisciplinary and international research team.How to Apply Submit a cover letter explaining your suitability for the position, a current five-page CV highlighting your qualifications, relevant work experience, contact information and two referees with their contact details, academic documents and other supporting documents through Label each document with your name and document type, for example: John Mutima CV; John Mutima Application Letter; John Mutima Bachelor Certificate & Transcript.

Submit your application by Wednesday, 21 October 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Ugandan time (EAT). Only online applications will be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.📅 Application Deadline: October 21, 2026Share LinkDownload AttachmentResearcher-with-PhD-studentship-NETOMA-study.pdf · 269 KB · PDF