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Medical Statistician Cancer Research UK & UCL Cancer Trials Centre The Cancer Research UK & UCL Cancer Trials Centre (CTC) is part of the Cancer Institute at University College London. The CTC is involved in the design, conduct and analysis of multi-centre national and international clinical phase II and III trials in a variety of cancers, mainly evaluating new treatments. We have a vacancy for an experienced medical statistician, preferably with a background in clinical trials. The vacancy will provide a valuable opportunity to make an important contribution to cancer research. The post-holder is expected to take the statistical lead on several trials. He/she will link with one or more tumour groups and contribute to the design of new trials, work closely with clinical investigators and CTC staff when applying for grant funding, have responsibility for the statistical analyses plan, interim reports and final analyses, and help write papers for publication with investigators. The post-holder will also be able to develop their own research interests and contribute to postgraduate teaching. We are looking for a post-graduate (M.Sc. or above) in Medical Statistics or related subject with practical experience in clinical trials and/or epidemiological studies. Knowledge of statistical methods of design and analysis in medical research are essential. Salary: £36,351 to £42,907 (Grade 8), including London weighting. The post is funded by Cancer Research UK on a core programme grant, and employed through UCL. Application forms can be obtained from Peacelyn Jeyaratnam, Cancer Research UK and Cancer Trials Centre, 90 Tottenham Court Road, London W1T 4TJ (E-mail: [log in to unmask]). Tel: 020 7679 9898. Benefits include 27 days annual leave per year plus 6 UCL closure days (in addition to national holidays), a contributory pension scheme and an interest free season ticket loan. UCL staff also have access to a wide range of free internal courses. The closing date for applications is: 30 November 2007.