A position is available for a senior scientist to lead a programme of research within the broad areas of statistical methodology for data generated by novel 'omic technology, multi -omics data integration and systems omics within the University of Cambridge's MRC Biostatistics Unit. The position comes with an attractive research funding package that will be renewable every 5 years. The University of Cambridge will appoint the post holder to a research position at the level appropriate to the career stage of the successful applicant.
The MRC Biostatistics Unit is one of Europe's leading biostatistics research institutions. Our focus is to deliver new analytical and computational strategies based on sound statistical principles for the challenging tasks facing biomedicine and public health.
The Unit's research is grouped around four themes: (i) Statistical Omics (SOMX), (ii) Precision Medicine and Inference for Complex Outcomes (PREM), (iii) Design and Analysis of Randomised Trials, and (iv) Statistics methods Using data Resources to improve Population Health (SURPH). Full details of the themes can be found at https://www.mrc-bsu.cam.ac.uk
We seek expressions of interest from scientists who wish to pursue an internationally leading programme of research. The new programme would synergise with the current research interests of the Statistical Omics (SOMX) theme, which aims to bring novel statistical methods combined with biological insights and efficient computations to address the analysis challenges created by the rapidly expanding set of "omics" technologies. Applicants with cross expertise in machine learning are particularly welcome.
The successful applicant will receive a flexible funding package to establish a new team, in addition to research operating costs and set-up funding. They will also have the opportunity to secure excellent PhD students with access to the Unit's established fully-funded PhD programme, while postdoctoral group staff will benefit from the University of Cambridge's extensive career development training portfolio.
The Unit is situated on the Cambridge Biomedical campus, one of the world's most vibrant centres of biomedical research, which includes the University of Cambridge's Clinical School, two major hospitals, the MRC Laboratory of Molecular Biology, and the world headquarters of Astra Zeneca.
We seek expressions of interest from scientists at stages of career equivalent to Reader/Assistant Professor through to Full Professor level.
Informal enquiries to Sylvia Richardson, Unit Director ([log in to unmask]) are welcome.
Interested parties should send a 1-2 page expression of interest and a copy of their curriculum vitae to Andrea Wadeson ([log in to unmask]).
The Unit is actively seeking to increase diversity among its staff, including promoting an equitable representation of men and women. The Unit therefore especially encourages applications from women, from minority ethnic groups and from those with non-standard career paths. Appointment will be made on merit. We welcome applications from those wishing to work part-time.
For this senior position, there are a range of benefits available including a relocation package.
Please quote reference SL17475 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
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