Senior Research Fellow in Medical Statistics

Job title:

Senior Research Fellow in Medical Statistics

Company

University of Edinburgh

Job description

Job Description:Grade UE09: £61,198 – £75,498 per annum (pro-rated if part-time)
CMVM / MGPHS / USHER Institute
Contract type: Full-time (35 hours per week) – part-time hours considered (28 hours per week)
Fixed Term available from 1st November 2024 to 30th September 2026
Location: Usher Building, Edinburgh BioQuarter EH16 4UXThe Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit at the Usher Institute within The University of Edinburgh is looking for a Senior Research Fellow in Medical Statistics to lead on the statistical design, analysis and reporting of clinical research projects, and to contribute to the development and management of the Unit’s research portfolio.The Opportunity:
This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Research Fellow in Medical Statistics to join Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit (ECTU), a leading registered trials unit based within the Usher Institute, University of Edinburgh. ECTU has a proven track record on delivering research and answering important questions about treatment and service delivery within the NHS. We work closely with patient groups and clinicians who are outstanding in their field.As a key member of the statistics leadership team within ECTU and highly valued academic contributor, the post holder will have a high level of involvement in the statistical design, analysis and reporting of clinical research projects. The post holder will also be expected to be involved as a co-applicant on funding applications with the aim of generating substantial research income and growth for the ECTU portfolio through collaborative involvement. In addition, the post holder will be encouraged to lead on trials methodological research projects, and develop statistical methodological expertise within the Unit.Applicants must have an MSc or PhD in medical statistics and a significant level of experience relating to the design, conduct, analysis, interpretation and reporting of clinical trials. Extensive experience of writing funding applications is also essential to the post. We are looking for an enthusiastic, resourceful and highly organised person who is able to work independently, managing their own workload and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Applicants will possess experience of managing staff and projects and will have good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.This post is full-time (35 hours per week), and is available immediately for 24 months in the first instance. Part-time work would also be considered. Informal enquiries may be directed to Prof Steff Lewis or Prof. Chris Weir . If you are interested but don’t have exactly the right skills and experience, or are over-qualified for this particular role, please do get in touch to talk about opportunities.Your skills and attributes for success:

• Significant level of experience in medical statistics
• Extensive understanding of the statistical aspects of the design, conduct and analyses of randomised trials
• Experience of managing staff and projects
• Considerable experience with grant writing
• Knowledge of the appropriate regulatory guidance relating to clinical trials

Please include your CV and a supporting statement with details of how you meet the knowledge, skills and experience required for this post.Non-University of Edinburgh employees (i.e. external applicants) – please refer to the system user guideCurrent University of Edinburgh employees (i.e. internal applicants) interested in applying for this role – you must apply as an internal applicant through the People and Money Current Jobs tile. Please refer to the system user guideAs a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• A competitive salary of £61,198 – £75,498 per annum (pro-rated if part-time).
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our

(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.Championing equality, diversity and inclusionThe University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our (opens new browser tab).The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office’s English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa. Please note if the role is offered on a part-time basis, it may result in sponsorship being dependant on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant or the role no longer meeting the Home Office’s criteria for sponsorship.Key dates to noteThe closing date for applications is 19th July 2024.Unless stated otherwise the closing time for applications is 11:59pm GMT. If you are applying outside the UK the closing time on our adverts automatically adjusts to your browsers local time zone.– where inquiring minds work together to improve lives across the world.Join our growing team of academics and professional services staff and work in a vibrant, multi-disciplinary environment. Our vision is to catalyse the transformation of health in society by working with people, populations and their data.About Us: As a world-leading research-intensive University, we are here to address tomorrow’s greatest challenges. Between now and 2030 we will do that with a values-led approach to teaching, research and innovation, and through the strength of our relationships, both locally and globally.About the Team:The Usher Institute works with people, populations and their data to understand and advance the health of individuals and populations through innovative collaborations in a global community. Our Director is Professor Aziz Sheikh OBE, and we sit within the Edinburgh Medical School in the College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine at The University of Edinburgh.Working with partners across the NHS, policymakers, industry partners and the public is central to our highly collaborative ethos. Three core research centres in Global Health, Medical Informatics and Population Health Sciences are at the heart of the Usher Institute; also home to the Edinburgh Clinical Trials Unit and a bustling General Practice, the Mackenzie Medical Centre.The Usher Institute is a truly interdisciplinary environment. Around 350 researchers and support staff with expertise in a varied range of methodologies and topics contribute to world-leading research in global health, population health sciences and medical informatics. Our research expertise is at the heart of the excellent educational experience we offer in a wide range of taught and research postgraduate programmes, both online and on-campus, our programme of continuing professional development and in our contribution to the undergraduate medical degree.We maintain an open, engaging and dynamic environment and welcome collaborations from around the globe.To find out more visit

Expected salary

£61198 – 75498 per year

Location

Edinburgh – Midlothian

Job date

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 04:26:22 GMT

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