Lecturer in Medicine, Health and Society

The postholder will be expected to develop a research programme in areas relevant to Science and Technology Studies, with a particular focus on health- and medicine-related subjects. For the purposes of this position, health and medicine may be construed liberally to include, but not be limited to, medical anthropology, clinical practices, biomedical research, global and public health, medical data science, or psychological and behavioural specialities, all approached from an STS perspective. Applications from scholars with a focus on the Global South are especially welcome. This is a 100% FTE, open-ended appointment, starting on 1st September 2025.
The main duties of the post will involve research (including grant applications where necessary), teaching and administration. The successful candidate can expect to contribute to teaching modules already available as part of the departmental catalogue, and to develop new modules of their own design. Particulars about STS modules can be found online in our module library: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/sts/study-here/modules-and-courses.

Applicants are required to demonstrate expertise in science, technology and society, as well as in medicine, health and society from an STS Perspective. They will have experience of carrying out research within these fields and in delivering teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
Applicants should hold a PhD in an appropriate academic field. If not degree-holding, applicants should otherwise show significant professional development in the area of the subject to be taught.
Applicants must also demonstrate a commitment to working harmoniously with colleagues and students of all cultures and backgrounds. For further details of the requirements of the role please consult the person specification and job description.

UCL Department of Science and Technology Studies (STS) seeks to appoint one Lecturer in Medicine, Health and Society to undertake teaching, research and related academic support duties.
STS is a department with growing student numbers, where we interpret science, technology and medicine in relation to society and culture broadly. Areas that we are interested in include but are not restricted to: history of science and medicine; philosophy of science and medicine; science and health communication; science, technology, medicine and social justice/equity; emerging technologies; science, technology, medicine and the Global South; science policy; sociology of science; science education; engagement with science; research methods (from a broad range of theoretical and methodological frameworks); science, medicine and public cultures.

2. A published piece of scholarship (research article or book chapter)
3. A personal statement no longer than 2 sides of A4indicating:
- how you propose to develop your own research programme over the next 4-6 years; and
- how you propose to contribute to our undergraduate (both BSc and integrated BSc) and postgraduate teaching programmes.
4. A document in which you design the syllabus of a new STS module.
The closing date for this post is 2nd March 2025, with interviews scheduled to take place on 1st April 2025.
Enquiries should be addressed to Professor Jean-Baptiste Gouyon (Head of Department) at j.gouyon@ucl.ac.uk. If you have any queries regarding the application process, please contact Mr Giuseppe La Rosa (Departmental Manager) at giuseppe.larosa@ucl.ac.uk.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
- 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- On-site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/rewards-and-benefits to find out more.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people.
You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/
Our department holds an Athena SWAN Bronze award, in recognition of our long-term commitment in advancing gender equality.
Available documents