Alcohol Policy UK

Jobs: Alcohol research positions - University of Sheffield & European Research Council

Alcohol and Public Health Policy Researcher: University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield's School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR) are seeking to appoint a researcher to contribute to the development, execution and dissemination of ScHARR’s contributions to the alcohol theme.  

• Job Reference Number: UOS005780
• Contract Type: Fixed-term for 2 years.
• Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health
• Salary: Grade 7 £28,685-£36,298 per annum.
• Closing Date: 7 January 2013

See here for further information.

European Research Council PhD Studentships in Alcohol Epidemiology

Applications are invited for two fully-funded three-year PhD studentships for suitably qualified students to conduct research into the health consequences of alcohol consumption across the life-course using data from existing longitudinal observational cohort studies.

• Job Reference Number: 1297732
• UCL Department  Research Department of Epidemiology and Public Health
• Duration of Studentship 3 years
• Stipend £18,746 per annum plus UK/EU fees of £4,200 per year

See here for further information.

Jobs: NTA Alcohol Programme Manager (South)

The National Treatment Agency for substance misuse (NTA) is looking to appoint an alcohol programme manager for the South.

Directorate: Delivery Location: Head Office, London
Deadline: 3 May 2012
Interview date: 18 May 2012
Salary: AfC Band 8a £38,851–£46,621

The post holder will be involved in work to improve services for those with severe alcohol dependence, including offenders. They will be responsible for working with local areas to implement improvements in the alcohol treatment system, providing specialist support to priority areas. They will be expected to assist the NTA in its emerging role in relation to alcohol, providing NTA staff at all levels with specialist support in relation to alcohol treatment. The Programme Manager will support a collaborative approach to service development across the London region, promoting opportunities to more effectively assess need, plan appropriate delivery and share best practice.

Full details here.

http://www.nta.nhs.uk/pm-alcohol-south.aspx

Jobs: IAS Research and Information Officer

The Institute of Alcohol Studies are inviting applications from graduates for the post of Research and Information Officer to be based at the London office. The appointment is for a fixed term of 12 months:

• Post title: Research and Information Officer
• Salary: £24,000
• Contract: 12 months fixed-term contract
• Location: Alliance House, 12 Caxton Street, London, SW1H 0QS
• Responsible to: Director of Policy.

For a job description and further information click here.

Jobs and events: Alcohol Academy Programme Lead; Hospital Alcohol Liaison and other events

Jobs: Alcohol Academy Programme Lead

The Alcohol Academy is seeking a part-time Programme Lead to lead on the delivery of its work to support local alcohol harm reduction across England. The Academy is a small social enterprise which aims to foster effective alcohol harm reduction through the delivery of events, information and networking for local leads.    

Details: 17.5 hours per week at £20,529 pro rata, 1 year fixed term. London (with some travel)

See here for for the person specification, job description and details of how to apply. Closing date: Monday 15th August 2011.

Forthcoming events

An event focusing on alcohol work within hospital settings takes
place in Bradford on 17th October 201. 'Alcohol Care & Management in the General Hospital Setting' seminar flyer here. 

New Directions in the Study of Alcohol Group 2012: The 2012 conference will take place from 24-27 May in Wales and will have behaviour change pioneer Professor Steven Rollnick speaking.

An event for Social Workers covering drug and alcohol treatment takes place on 17th November in Manchester. A Westminster Forum Projects event explores 'a new approach to responsible drinking?' (cost from £80 - 190 +vat). 

An event releasing SIPS brief interventions findings is expected to take place in London on 30th November - watch this space. Further regional events for alcohol leads are being planned by the Alcohol Academy - next will be for alcohol roles in the North East in October, in partnership with Balance.

Alcohol Awareness week is reported to be 14-20 November, more details to follow from Alcohol Concern and here.

Jobs: Sheffield alcohol policy research posts

The University of Sheffield's school of health and related research (ScHARR) are seeking senior and junior researchers to continue their work on Alcohol Policy Effectiveness. All posts are funded for 3 years, with a start date of 1 Nov 2010 or soon thereafter. Closing date 9 September with interviews in late September/early October.

Jobs: IAS seeks new Director

The Institute of Alcohol Studies (IAS) is seeking a new Director and invites expressions of interest, accompanied by a CV, addressed to the Chair of the Board, Institute of Alcohol Studies, Elmgren House, 1 The Quay, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, UK, PE27 5AR or by email to helen@ias.org.uk, by 31 May 2010.

A job description for the post can be found here. Further information about the IAS will be supplied on request. A salary commensurate with the responsibilities of the post will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Jobs: Strategic Alcohol Lead, Essex

The Guardian jobs site has advertised the position of Strategic Alcohol Lead for Essex County Council:

'Working on behalf of the Essex Drug and Alcohol Partnership (EDAP), you will play a significant role in establishing a County-wide approach to the issue of alcohol misuse in relation to crime and disorder, harm reduction, treatment and public health. You will work with Stakeholders to maximise the potential for joint planning, working and funding across the Partnership in order to establish a coordinated and integrated approach across the County that meets local need and contributes to County and District Strategic Priorities. You will lead on the revision of the EDAP Draft Alcohol Strategy and in the production of a County-wide EDAP action plan.'

Interview date: 2nd March 2010.

Closing date: 12th February 2010.

Jobs: Commissioning Officer - Alcohol

Wiltshire council is recruiting to the unusual but welcomed position of a Commissioning Officer for alcohol.

Department: Community Services (DCS)

Salary: £23,405 - £25,940

Closing Date: 06/10/2009

Reference: DCS09/54

Hours: Permanent Full Time

Location: Trowbridge

For further details see the Wiltshire Council jobs page

For informal enquiries please contact : Eleanor Stirling, Joint Commissioning Manager for Substance Misuse on: 07780954398, or email Eleanor.stirling@wiltshire.nhs.uk

Public health strategist job, Camden PCT (focus on alcohol)

• Post: Public Health Strategist
• Employer: Camden PCT
• Salary: £44,076 - £51,676
• Closing Date: 10/09/2009
• Interview Date: 23/09/2009

Details here

Jobs: Alcohol Programme Manager, NHS Wirral

Job Title: Alcohol Programme Manager

Employer: NHS Wirral

Salary: £37,996 to £45,596 pa

Closing Date: 13/08/2009 

From the NHS jobs site:

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to lead the effective management and delivery of an alcohol programme at sub-regional level. The post will provide strategic leadership, support and project management for the alcohol agenda across Cheshire and Merseyside PCTs and Local Authorities. The post will shape and influence policy development, write, consult and implement a Cheshire and Merseyside wide strategy and develop appropriate multi-agency partnerships to ensure a co-ordinated approach to alcohol.

For further information and the job description see here.