Senior Lecturer in Mathematical Modelling of Global Health

Malawi-Liverpool-Welcome Research Programme (MLW)

The Malawi-Liverpool-Welcome Research Programme (MLW) is a world-class health research institution committed to improving health through research, capacity building, and strong partnerships.

MLW in collaboration with the Civic Health Innovation Labs (CHIL), and University of Liverpool is seeking to hire the following positions.

SENIOR LECTURER IN MATHEMATICAL MODELLING OF GLOBAL HEALTH

The senior mathematical modeller will establish and lead a team of mathematical modellers in the recently formed Data Science and Computational Modelling Unit (DSCMU).

POSITION FUNCTION (PURPOSE)

The prospective post holder is expected to lead and deliver world leading research in modelling for health protection data science. This is in addition to being highly regarded in their discipline and able to:

  • Establish and lead a team of mathematical modellers at MLW.
  • Provide strategic leadership in their specialty by having a strong track record of interdisciplinary, team-based science including publications in peer reviewed journals.
  • Demonstrate a strong track record in obtaining external funding from a range of sources.
  • Identifying new strategic interdisciplinary research opportunities and broadening funding sources to ensure long term success.
  • Demonstrate strong ability to communicate research findings to key audiences, including decision makers, media and the public.
  • Strengthen and develop partnerships in this field across the region and beyond.
  • Design and deliver teaching and training resources for staff and students.
  • Championing modelling to MLW, national, regional and global collaborators.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: (i.e. Education, Training and Experience Requirements).

Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) in relevant fields. As an academic member of staff, the post holder will be expected to contribute to teaching activities. Those without a formal teaching qualification will be required to obtain one through the University.

For more details about the job, the application process and the full job description, kindly visit: https://www.mlw.mw/careers/

Applications should be received not later than 20 May 2026.

To apply for this job please visit www.mlw.mw.