Lancet Countdown Job Summary

Job Title: Expert/Team to Develop Mental Health Impact Indicator of Climate Change
Location: Remote / International
Closing Date: 17:00 BST on 12 July 2026
Contract: One-off, funding duration 6 to 18 months, up to £100,000

Job Summary

The Lancet Countdown is seeking an expert or team to develop a scientifically rigorous indicator monitoring the mental health impacts of climate change-related hazards, in memory of Professor Tord Envold Kjellström.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Lancet Countdown team to ensure the indicator meets all criteria for inclusion in their annual global monitoring system.

About the Lancet Countdown and Professor Kjellström

The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change is a global initiative that tracks progress on health and climate policies.

Professor Kjellström was a pioneering environmental and occupational health scientist whose work advanced understanding of environmental change impacts, occupational heat exposure, and climate-related health risks worldwide.

This project honors his commitment to rigorous science, public health, and climate action.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development of a robust, scientifically sound indicator on the mental health impacts of climate change hazards.
Collaborate with the Lancet Countdown team throughout the development process.
Ensure the indicator adheres to Lancet Countdown’s criteria for indicators and is suitable for annual monitoring.

Eligibility and Application Details

Organizational Eligibility

Must be a not-for-profit organization
Able to comply with Wellcome grant conditions and sign relevant Terms and Conditions
Mission aligned with Wellcome’s strategic priorities

Capacity, facilities, and resources to deliver proposed activities
Eligible entities include: higher education institutions, research institutes, healthcare organizations