PhD Scholarship: Cooking Intervention: The University of Leicester invites applications for a 3-year PhD studentship funded by the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration East Midlands. The project focuses on developing and evaluating a social cooking intervention for community volunteers in places of worship for South Asian populations, aiming to address cultural barriers in dietary adherence for chronic disease management. The studentship offers a UK tuition fee waiver, an annual stipend, and will provide comprehensive research training.
PhD Scholarship: Development and Evaluation of a Social Cooking Intervention in Places of Worship
Designation:
PhD Studentship
Research Area:
Public Health, Nutrition, Health Sciences, Intervention Development, Faith-Based Healthcare, Ethnicity and Health
Location:
University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Applicants must have a UK Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:1 in a relevant subject (e.g., Public Health, Nutrition, Health Sciences) or an overseas equivalent.
- A UK Master’s degree in a relevant subject or overseas equivalent is required.
- International applicants are welcome but must demonstrate funding for the fee difference.
- English language proficiency (IELTS 7.0 or equivalent) is required.
Job Description:
The PhD will involve the following phases:
- Phase 1: Systematic review of social cooking initiatives in places of worship.
- Phase 2: Co-production of a cooking intervention through qualitative research with stakeholders.
- Phase 3: Feasibility and acceptability testing of the intervention in community settings.
The successful candidate will receive training in research methodologies and community engagement and will work with a team of experts in public health and intervention development.
How to Apply:
To apply, click the “Apply” button on the University’s webpage and select September 2024 as your start date. Include the following documents:
- CV
- Personal statement
- Degree certificates and transcripts
- English language proficiency evidence (if applicable)
- Contact details for two academic referees or letters of reference
In the funding section, specify “PHS Patel,” and in the proposal section, provide the supervisors’ names and project title (a formal proposal is not required).
Last Date to Apply:
31 October 2024
Start Date:
6 January 2025
Supervisors:
- Dr. Riya Patel
- Professor Kamlesh Khunti
- Dr. Ash Routen
