MRC Clinical Trials Unit, Cancer Group
Vacancy for a Senior Statistician - Salary c £39k p.a. inc.
The main focus of the Cancer Group is to conduct large, clinically
worthwhile, scientifically informative, phase III randomised trials in the
treatment of cancer with the aim of informing and improving clinical
practice. Associated research, including statistical methodology aimed at
improving clinical trial design and analysis, and trial-related
translational research in collaboration with basic scientists are also high
priorities.
You will take day-to-day responsibility for the CTU teams (trial managers,
data managers, statisticians) responsible for the design, conduct and
analysis of a programme of multi-centre clinical trials and related
research in one or more cancer types. This will involve close collaboration
with clinicians and other clinical trials groups in the UK and
internationally, and with a number of organisations including the
pharmaceutical industry, cancer charities and patient advocacy groups. You
will be expected to play an active part in the National Cancer Research
Institute Clinical Studies groups, who play a key role in identifying new
trials, and be instrumental in the design of such trials. An active
interest in methodological research would be valuable and encouraged.
The successful candidate is likely to have a post-graduate qualification in
medical statistics and at least 5 years experience in the design and
conduct of clinical trials and epidemiological studies, preferably in
oncology.
Salary is dependent on previous experience and includes Location Allowance
and Central London Supplement. Benefits include 30 days annual leave per
year, a contributory pension scheme and an interest free season ticket
loan. The post is available immediately.
For informal discussions please contact Professor Mahesh Parmar on Tel: 020
7670 4729; fax 020 7670 4818 or email [log in to unmask]
For an application pack, please contact the Personnel Department on 020
7670 4633 or email: [log in to unmask] Please send your completed
application form marked for the attention of Nicole Shead, HR Assistant to:
MRC Centre, Stephenson House, 158-160 North Gower Street, London. NW1 2ND
quoting ref: 328/ctu.
Closing Date: 21st October 2005
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