Epidemiologist: (Research Team Leader)
The Institute Of Cancer Research (University of London), Sutton,
Surrey
The Institute of Cancer Research (a College of the University of
London) is a world-class cancer research organisation with HEFCE RAE
ratings of international excellence across all of its research
programmes. In partnership with The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust,
we form the largest comprehensive cancer centre in Europe, dedicated to
research that extends from epidemiology, genetics and molecular biology,
through drug discovery and development, to cancer diagnosis and patient
treatment.
The interface between genetics and epidemiology is one of the major
priority areas of The Institute's research. As part of an expansion
of The Institute's Faculty, applications are invited for a new
research team leader post to develop and pursue a research programme in
epidemiology of cancer with a focus on the interface with genetics.
The post will be within the Section of Epidemiology, and with close
ties to the Section of Cancer Genetics and other laboratory scientists
in The Institute. Applicants from a statistical, medical, genetic or
biological background would be welcome. An honorary NHS contract will
be sought if applicable. The post will be for six years in the first
instance, leading to tenure subject to performance. Additional staff
posts, PhD studentships and start-up grants may be provided for a
suitable candidate.
Existing research within the Sections of Epidemiology and Cancer
Genetics covers a wide range of cancers and methodological approaches,
with many large-scale studies gathering epidemiological data and
biological samples, giving the applicant a great opportunity for
collaborative work. The applicant will also be expected to initiate
their own research. The Section of Epidemiology is situated in new
purpose-built accommodation with extensive well-provisioned space for
staff and for archiving of paper records and large-scale storage of
blood samples. The Section and The Institute provide a supportive,
well-resourced and internationally competitive research environment.
Informal enquires would be welcomed, and should be addressed to Prof
Anthony Swerdlow, Chair of the Section of Epidemiology, tel 0208 722
4192.
To apply, please send two copies of a research plan (up to 4 pages), CV
and the names and contact details of three referees, to the Human
Resources Office, The Institute of Cancer Research, 123 Old Brompton
Road, London, SW7 3RP, quoting reference HAD 38.
The Team Leader job specification is available at
www.icr.ac.uk/jobs.html alternatively call our 24 hour recruitment
line on +44 (0) 20 7153 5475.
Closing date: 17th March 2006
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