Acaster Lloyd Consulting
Job title:
Research Associate/Senior Research Associate
Company
Acaster Lloyd Consulting
Job description
ABOUT USAcaster Lloyd is a scientific research consultancy based in Central London led by co-founders Sarah Acaster and Andrew Lloyd. Acaster Lloyd has grown to 35 people since it was founded in 2016, we have team members across the UK but most are based in London. We undertake consultancy and research for biotech and pharmaceutical companies globally in the field of clinical outcomes assessment/ patient reported outcomes. We work with our clients to understand the burden of disease and the value of medicines and other health technologies from the patients’ perspective.Our business continues to grow organically due to the good quality work that our high performing team deliver. Our client base continues to expand and we have a lot of repeat business due to our significant contribution to science, expertise in health psychology and our collaborative and supportive approach.Our people are extremely important to us and we believe that shows in everything we do. Continued growth of the business will come from supporting and developing our people and expansion of the existing team.THE ROLEResearch Associate/Senior Research Associate
- Planning and completing literature reviews (searches, reviewing abstracts, critical appraisal, data extraction and summary)
- Designing studies and then analysing, interpreting and reporting data from them
- Report writing, preparing presentations, dissemination work
- Preparing and submitting ethics applications
- Engaging with the scientific community through dissemination at conferences and in publications.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Strong quantitative skills. This could include use of Stata/R/SAS to undertake regression modelling, psychometric analyses, and/or choice modelling.
AND/OR
- Strong qualitative skills in planning and completing interviews, qualitative analysis using software such as MAXQDA.
ABOUT YOU
- You have a bachelor’s degree (or local equivalent), typically in social sciences.
- You would also have a post-graduate qualification in health psychology, health economics, epidemiology or applied statistics or a related field (e.g. MSc, PhD).
- Experience in working in a related role for at least one year either in industry or academia.
- Experience of conducting health research and working on research projects.
- Experience and interest in design of research studies and analysis of patient outcomes data.
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team with a high degree of self- motivation.
- Have a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to handle and safeguard sensitive information in accordance with applicable UK laws, rules and regulations.
- Someone who wants to influence their own development
- Someone who is looking for the opportunity to build their research skills
- Someone who is keen to work with and support others in our research projects
ROLE INFORMATION
- Salary dependent on experience.
- Flexible working hours.
- Hybrid working between home and our office in Holborn.
- Must have the Right to Work in the UK.
OUR BENEFITS
- 25 days annual leave in addition to the UK public/bank holidays.
- Pension scheme with up to 4% company contribution.
- Salary sacrifice enabling you to contribute more to your pension for tax efficiency.
- Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Private medical insurance.
- Holiday purchase scheme.
- Season ticket travel loan.
- Hearing and eye tests and financial contribution to aids.
- Fertility support.
- Discounted gym membership at PureGym Holborn.
WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK FOR US…
- We provide protected time and opportunities for training.
- We go away every year to our annual team retreat for a few days in the UK countryside.
- We like to be social, we have regular Friday drinks, pub quizzes, lunchtime walks and other events.
- Our modern offices are very close to Holborn station with access to a beautiful roof garden overlooking the London skyline.
- We have a smart/casual dress code.
- We are neurodivergent aware and supportive.
- We have multiple Working Groups from CSR to Wellbeing and Social which support the function of the business.
HOW TO APPLYInterested candidates are invited to submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their relevant experience. Applications should be sent via the ‘Apply’ button above and marked Research Associate/Senior Research Associate.Acaster Lloyd Consulting Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.INTERVIEW PROCESS
- 1st Stage: 20 minute chat with a Director (usually via Zoom)
- 2nd Stage: This is followed by a remote in tray task, the task requires access to a computer/laptop that has MS Office applications. We understand that not everyone will have access to these resources and if that is the case please let us know during the interview process.
- 3rd Stage: This will be face to face at our offices in Holborn, starting with a structured interview with two Directors. The 3rd stage also includes a more informal meet and greet with members of the project team.
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Expected salary
Location
London
Job date
Sun, 14 Jul 2024 06:56:22 GMT
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