MRC Biostatistics Unit, Cambridge
http://www.mrc-bsu.cam.ac.uk
Career Development Fellow
The MRC Biostatistics Unit aims to advance medical science by the
development of statistical methodology. It is one of Europe’s leading
biostatistics research institutions and comprises a number of
internationally renowned statisticians.
This is a 3 year training and development position for a post-doctoral
scientist who has either just completed their doctoral studies, or is
moving into a new research area. It provides opportunities to develop
research project skills as well as collaborative links with colleagues
within Cambridge University and elsewhere.
The focus of this post is on statistical methods for meta-analysis,
evidence synthesis and technology appraisal with particular reference in
clinical trials and human genome epidemiology. Part of the work will be
in collaboration with the epidemiology team at the Public Health
Genetics Unit (part of Cambridge Genetics Knowledge Park)
The starting salary will be in the range of £24,700 to £26,000 per annum
(depending on qualifications and experience), supported by a flexible
pay and reward policy, 30 days annual holiday entitlement and an
optional final salary MRC pension scheme. Excellent sports and social
facilities are also available on site.
Further details of the post are available from Peter Ilian,
Unit Administrator (tel: 01223 330397, email:
[log in to unmask]). Potential candidates wishing to discuss
the position may do so by contacting the Julian Higgins (01223 330396
[log in to unmask]) at the Biostatistics Unit in the first
instance.
Applications should include a covering letter and a full CV with the
contact details of two academic or professional referees who can be
approached prior to interview.
Quoting job reference BSU/805/19 e-mail your application to:
[log in to unmask] or post to: Recruitment Office, Personnel
Department, MRC Centre, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 2QH.
Closing date: 16 September 2005
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