Human Demography/Epidemiology Scientist

About the role

The Centre seeks a qualified scientist to provide scientific guidance in human demography and epidemiology, ensuring research meets the highest scientific standards and contributes to forest governance and natural resource management.

Key responsibilities

• Provide scientific guidance and ensure research concepts and methods are up‑to‑date and of high quality.
• Collaborate with theme coordinators and leaders to define and implement emerging research activities.
• Write, supervise, and disseminate scientific publications and communications.
• Lead and supervise project capacity‑building initiatives and mentor junior scientists.
• Represent CIFOR in national, regional, and global forums related to forest governance.
• Develop and maintain constructive partnerships with stakeholders.
• Lead searches for additional funding and manage research budgets.
• Plan, monitor, and report on research activities and donor requirements.

Required profile

• PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g., demography, epidemiology, social science).
• Experience in collaborative natural resource management or social science research, including multi‑country projects.
• Strong publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated success in resource mobilization, proposal development, and securing donor funding.
• Fluent spoken and written English; additional international language(s) advantageous.
• Proven ability to supervise students, staff, and junior scientists.
• Experience working in multicultural, multidisciplinary research teams.