Current opportunities

We welcome applicants from those who are able to self-fund.  Whilst you do not need to finalise a project choice before application, you are encouraged to contact potential supervisors, and are welcome to contact us for guidance on potential supervisors and projects (contact details below) or for information on the application process throughout the year. We appreciate and value diversity, seeking to attract, develop and retain talented people from any background that will contribute to the overall success of Bristol and help maintain our position as one of the world’s leading universities.

How to apply

Our aim is to attract outstanding and highly motivated science graduates, who are excited by the revolution in molecular and genetic epidemiology. You will have a good honours (minimum requirement is a 2.1) or Masters degrees in relevant disciplines, and wish to pursue a career in molecular, genetic or lifecourse epidemiology.

Before you apply

We require:

• A completed University of Bristol application form. Please select "Molecular, Genetic, Lifecourse, Epidemiology PhD" for the programme. In the funding section of the application please choose `Self-funding`in the text box.
• A full curriculum vitae.
• A covering letter/personal statement (max 2 sides of A4) stating clearly that you are applying for the 4-year PhD programme in Molecular, Genetic and Lifecourse Epidemiology. The letter/statement should include sections on your career aspirations/your suitability for this PhD/why you have chosen Bristol and your motivation for a PhD. Please upload this in the `Personal statement` area of the application system.
• Two letters of reference.
• A copy of your degree certificates and transcripts.
• Please note: If short-listed a 2 page research proposal will also be required but NOT at application stage.
• We recommend watching our webinar video recorded on 14th November which covers many questions on how to apply. 

Informal enquiries may be made to our directors on the contacts page