UCL Institute of Child Health

Centre for Paediatric Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Research Assistant

JOB REFERENCE NUMBER    1113411

We are looking for a researcher to work on a 
project investigating body sizes and risk factors 
for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in children.

The study is based on several 
longitudinal/cross-sectional studies of British 
children born between 1970s and 1990s. The 
purpose of the project is to examine the 
influence of rising trends of childhood obesity 
on CVD risk factors in children. The post holder 
will be responsible for conducting statistical 
analysis and contribute to writing-up of scientific papers.

Applicants must hold a BSc and an MSc or 
equivalent in statistics, epidemiology or another 
related subject for this post.

Applicants must have a good working knowledge of 
statistical methods and the use of one or more 
statistical packages such as STATA, SPSS, SAS. 
Experience of analysis of large epidemiological datasets is desirable.

The appointment will be on UCL Grade 6. The 
salary range will be £27,658 - £29,172 per annum 
depending on skills and experience, inclusive of 
London Allowance. This post if funded for 12 months.


Applicants should apply online. Please ensure you 
attach your CV and list of publications.

Any offer of employment will be subject to a 
satisfactory criminal records check.
Applicants should apply online 
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If you are unable to apply online please contact 
ICH Human Resources on 020 7905 2742 quoting job reference 1113411

Closing date:  Monday 21 September 2009

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