Overview
In September 2008, the human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation programme was introduced in the UK for schoolgirls aged between 12 and 18 years of age. The vaccine shows high efficacy in preventing infection against HPV types 16 and 18 which are responsible for 70% of cervical cancer. However, to be most effective, the vaccine needs to be administered before exposure to the viruses and therefore, ideally, before young people become sexually active.
The current UK HPV policy recommends vaccination only for girls on the basis of economic evaluations of the benefits of including both boys and girls in the programme. To date, HPV promotion and research has largely been focused on girls, women, and mothers in regards to HPV awareness and acceptability. Concerns have been raised about whether such a focus places too much sexual health responsibility on women, and whether by raising public awareness of the sexually transmitted nature of HPV this may increase women’s feelings of stigma and shame about having cervical cancer.
Value of this studentship
We welcome applications from people with or expecting to achieve a 1st or 2:1 Honours degree in a social science subject/nursing to undertake research in this fascinating and topical area. This PhD is for 3 years for those with a research Masters and 3+1 for those without. This studentship carries a stipend of £13,290 pa and offers an opportunity to undertake a PhD using qualitative research methods in a supportive and lively research environment.
The MRC Social and Public Health Sciences Unit provides excellent support for students, is well resourced and has an impressive track record in studying the impact of social factors on health and illness. If, having read the Studentship Information and the Person Specification you require any further information, please contact Dr Shona Hilton s.hilton@sphsu.mrc.ac.uk or call 0141 357 7537. Additional information about MRC studentships can be found at: http://www.mrc.ac.uk/Fundingopportunities/Applicanthandbook/Studentships/index.htm
How to apply
Applications must be made online at http://jobs.mrc.ac.uk. If you do not have internet access or experience technical difficulties, please call 01793 301154, quoting reference number SPHS10/007. When applying online please complete the cover letter section stating, with examples, why you would like to be considered for this studentship and how you meet each of the criteria listed in the Person Specification. Please also supply the details of two academic referees.
If you would like to receive this advert in large print, Braille, audio or electronic format/hard copy, please contact the Recruitment team at the MRC Shared Service Centre on the telephone number above or email recruitment@ssc.mrc.ac.uk
Application Deadline: 17th February 2010
Please note that the nterviews will be held on 17th March 2010
Please quote Scholarization.blogspot.com as your reference when applying for this opportunity
In September 2008, the human papillomavirus (HPV) immunisation programme was introduced in the UK for schoolgirls aged between 12 and 18 years of age. The vaccine shows high efficacy in preventing infection against HPV types 16 and 18 which are responsible for 70% of cervical cancer. However, to be most effective, the vaccine needs to be administered before exposure to the viruses and therefore, ideally, before young people become sexually active.
The current UK HPV policy recommends vaccination only for girls on the basis of economic evaluations of the benefits of including both boys and girls in the programme. To date, HPV promotion and research has largely been focused on girls, women, and mothers in regards to HPV awareness and acceptability. Concerns have been raised about whether such a focus places too much sexual health responsibility on women, and whether by raising public awareness of the sexually transmitted nature of HPV this may increase women’s feelings of stigma and shame about having cervical cancer.
Value of this studentship
We welcome applications from people with or expecting to achieve a 1st or 2:1 Honours degree in a social science subject/nursing to undertake research in this fascinating and topical area. This PhD is for 3 years for those with a research Masters and 3+1 for those without. This studentship carries a stipend of £13,290 pa and offers an opportunity to undertake a PhD using qualitative research methods in a supportive and lively research environment.
The MRC Social and Public Health Sciences Unit provides excellent support for students, is well resourced and has an impressive track record in studying the impact of social factors on health and illness. If, having read the Studentship Information and the Person Specification you require any further information, please contact Dr Shona Hilton s.hilton@sphsu.mrc.ac.uk or call 0141 357 7537. Additional information about MRC studentships can be found at: http://www.mrc.ac.uk/Fundingopportunities/Applicanthandbook/Studentships/index.htm
How to apply
Applications must be made online at http://jobs.mrc.ac.uk. If you do not have internet access or experience technical difficulties, please call 01793 301154, quoting reference number SPHS10/007. When applying online please complete the cover letter section stating, with examples, why you would like to be considered for this studentship and how you meet each of the criteria listed in the Person Specification. Please also supply the details of two academic referees.
If you would like to receive this advert in large print, Braille, audio or electronic format/hard copy, please contact the Recruitment team at the MRC Shared Service Centre on the telephone number above or email recruitment@ssc.mrc.ac.uk
Application Deadline: 17th February 2010
Please note that the nterviews will be held on 17th March 2010
Please quote Scholarization.blogspot.com as your reference when applying for this opportunity
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