Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cancer Behavioural Science

Job title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Cancer Behavioural Science

Company

Queen Mary University of London

Job description

About the RoleThe Cancer Research UK Cancer Prevention Trials Unit (CPTU) specialises in research to advance cancer prevention, early diagnosis and screening. We perform research on efficacy, cost-effectiveness, and technologies to improve existing and establish new screening programmes.This is an exciting role for a behavioural scientist to join The Cancer Research UK & Queen Mary University of London Cancer Prevention Trials Unit (CPTU). The post-holder will contribute to clinical trial design and development of participant facing materials using behavioural science theory to maximise inclusivity and informed recruitment and retention. They will also undertake empirical research on trial participation (e.g. using studies within trials) and support nested behavioural science research in trials.About YouYou will be a holder of PhD in a behavioural science discipline or equivalent research experience.You will be educated to degree level in a relevant field.About the Institute & CentreThe Wolfson Institute of Population Health (WIPH) is an exciting and dynamic environment, home to 450 staff, 100 PhD students and 500 postgraduate taught students. It harnesses expertise across a wide range of population-based research and education activities and aims to be an internationally recognised centre of excellence in population health, primary care and preventive medicine. The Institute is organised into six separate research centres which, though complementary and following the Institute strategic plan, also have Centre-specific objectives and requirements.The Centre for Cancer Screening, Prevention and Early Diagnosis (CCSPED) forms part of the WIPH and brings together globally leading researchers focusing on cancer prevention, screening and detection and early diagnosis across two units. CCSPED also hosts the cross-cutting Cancer Behavioural Science group and the CRUK-funded Cancer Prevention Trials Unit (CPTU, Director, Sasieni).About Queen MaryAt Queen Mary University of London, we believe that a diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unthinkable.Throughout our history, we’ve fostered social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. And we continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not because it’s simply ‘the right thing to do’ but for what it helps us achieve and the intellectual brilliance it delivers.We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, in the belief that when views collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes form.BenefitsWe offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, campus facilities and flexible working arrangements.The post is based at the Whitechapel campus in London. It is full time (35 hours per week), fixed term appointment until September 2028, with an expected start date of January 2025. The starting salary will be Grade 4/5, in the range of £39,065 – £50,685 per annum, inclusive of London Allowance.Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

Expected salary

£39065 per year

Location

London

Job date

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 22:35:52 GMT

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