Research Associate (Fixed - Term)

About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated and talented researcher, with academic training in Statistics, Statistical Programming, Mathematics, or a strongly quantitative discipline. 

The successful candidate will work with Dr Haiyan Zheng to develop:

• Innovative approaches that improve the efficiency of data collection and decision making in cancer clinical trials, 
• Easy-to-implement software applications, such as R packages and Shiny Apps, to enhance the uptake of efficient methods in practice.

A tailored development programme will be provided for the post-holder to develop their knowledge, research and career skills.

They will become a member of Dr Zheng's research group that has a long-lasting relationship with clinical trials units in the UK and pharmaceutical companies around the world. 

This appointment comes with opportunities of visiting The Institute of Cancer Research in London to explore the application of methods newly developed in the projects to real clinical trials. 

The post-holder will leverage all the benefits to build their own collaboration network. 

The successful candidate will have a PhD in a strongly quantitative discipline, ideally Statistics, and have excellent programming skills. 

Knowledge and experience in Bayesian inference, clinical trials, and causal inference will be an advantage.

What we can offer you:

• a very generous employer contributory pension scheme
• generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance
• we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements
• an excellent reward package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce
• a wide range of personal and professional development opportunities
• a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan.

We consider ourselves to be a university where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on the university. We are committed to maintaining a safe and secure environment for our students, staff, and community by reinforcing our Safer Recruitment commitment.

This is a full-time, fixed-term position for 36 months. 

Salary: Starting from £37,999, rising to £45,163 per annum

Contract Type: Full Time, Fixed Term

Closing date: Thursday 14 November 2024