Professorship of Primary Care Health Sciences

Overview

The University of Oxford is offering a Professorship of Primary Care Health Sciences within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, with the appointment taking effect from 1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter. This permanent, full-time senior clinical academic position also includes becoming a Senior Fellow of Green Templeton College. The role offers an opportunity to shape the strategic direction of research, education, and policy in a leading department focused on improving healthcare delivery locally, nationally, and globally.

Who can apply

This position invites applications from internationally recognised academic leaders with an outstanding record of research achievement, a history of securing competitive research funding, and experience leading interdisciplinary research programmes. Applicants must be medically qualified and eligible to practise as a General Practitioner or NHS Consultant in the United Kingdom, or be willing to obtain UK registration. Candidates should also be Members or Fellows of the relevant Royal College or equivalent, and maintain an honorary consultant contract or equivalent throughout the appointment. International candidates are welcome to apply and will receive support in obtaining UK registration if required.

What you get

The successful candidate will receive a full-time, permanent academic appointment at the University of Oxford and a Senior Fellowship at Green Templeton College. The role involves leading an internationally competitive research programme, contributing to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervising doctoral students and early-career researchers, and influencing health policy and patient care.

Requirements

Appointees are required to lead innovative research addressing major health system challenges, with specific opportunities to advance research in mental health within primary care and community settings. Candidates must possess a proven ability to secure substantial external funding, build cross-disciplinary and cross-sector partnerships, and champion an inclusive research culture. Experience in mental health research and international health is considered particularly welcome. Furthermore, holders of this post must maintain an honorary consultant contract or equivalent throughout the duration of their employment.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon UK time on Monday 9 November 2026. Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place in Oxford on Tuesday 2 February 2027.