Anthropologist

MSF UK • London, England, United Kingdom • Posted June 15, 2026

Location London, England
Job Type Full-time
Category Life Scientists
Posted June 15, 2026

Anthropologist

Caption Pierre Tribovic, an MSF anthropologist in Monrovia, Liberia © Caitlin Ryan/MSF

Recruitment for anthropologists is currently on hold.

 The role of a Médecins Sans Frontières / Doctors Without Borders (MSF) anthropologist is diverse.

The focus of the anthropologist's role is to design, manage and ensure the quality of often complex and multi-pronged investigations into health and social issues in the sites where MSF is working.

Activities

Depending on the nature of the programme and context, their activities might include: 

  • Working with community members to understand pathways and barriers to accessing healthcare 
  • Developing deep understandings of peoples’ perceptions of complex or sensitive health topics, such as adolescent sex, addictions, mental trauma or death and dying
  • Leading field research studies 
  • Training and managing research teams 
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