We are seeking candidates to join a substantial team of BioSS statisticians and mathematical modellers to further develop our existing strengths in the area of human health. The post-holder will collaborate with scientists at the University of Aberdeen Rowett Institute on a wide variety of applications in areas related to human health and nutrition.
The post, based in Aberdeen, represents an excellent opportunity for an applied statistician interested in both contributing to projects across a stimulating mix of human health and biological applications, and further developing their methodological expertise. In addition to working closely with colleagues in BioSS, the post-holder will work with and grow our extensive collaborative network of statisticians, mathematicians and other quantitative experts working in numerous areas of biology.
Our ideal candidate for this position will have:
◾a PhD in statistics or another discipline with a large statistical component, or a relevant MSc with additional experience;
◾experience of collaborative working at the interface between statistics and biological sciences, corroborated by co-authored papers in scientific journals; and
◾the ability to interact positively, effectively and confidently with non-statisticians in formal and informal situations.
An appointment to Grade E would require:
◾Evidence of independence in developing research collaborations.
◾Evidence of having held managerial responsibility for income generation.
◾A positive track record in leading applications for funding.
Grade and starting salary: This post will be offered at Hutton Grade D (salary £31,365) or Hutton Grade E (salary £38,250).
Please quote reference number BioSS-3-19 in all correspondence.
How to apply: Applications for this post should be submitted using the recruitment pages operated
by our parent organisation the James Hutton Institute: https://www.cloudonlinerecruitment.co.uk/jameshutton/VacancyDetails.aspx?VacancyID=205
For further information, see http://www.bioss.ac.uk/vacancies/BioSS_HHN_further_details_v3.pdf
Closing date: 5pm 27th September 2019
Interview date: Wednesday 9th October 2019
Duration and location
◾This is a permanent appointment.
◾This position will be based within the BioSS Group based at the Rowett Institute, University of Aberdeen.
◾All individuals wishing to work within the UK must be entitled to do so before they can be employed.
◾Potential applicants may contact Dr Graham Horgan ([log in to unmask], tel +44 (0) 1224 438678) in confidence to discuss the post.
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