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Qualitative research associate in physical activity, transport and health Cambridge £26,022 - £31,758 The MRC Epidemiology Unit undertakes research on the causes and prevention of diabetes and obesity, including - under the auspices of the Centre for Diet and Activity Research (CEDAR: www.cedar.iph.cam.ac.uk) - developing and evaluating interventions to change population physical activity patterns. We are now seeking a qualitative research associate to join our team working on the interdisciplinary quasi-experimental study Commuting and Health in Cambridge, with a focus on evaluating and understanding the impacts of the newly opened Cambridgeshire Guided Busway on active travel, physical activity and public health. You will be the lead qualitative researcher on phase 4 of the study, taking primary responsibility for the collection and analysis of interview and other qualitative data from an established cohort of participants and conducting focus groups with local residents. You will have, or will shortly be about to obtain, a doctorate and you will have experience of qualitative research. A background in public health or a related social science would be an advantage. This post is supported by a flexible pay and reward scheme and optional MRC final salary Pension Scheme. Please include a covering letter and CV with your online application. If you would like to discuss the post, please contact the principal investigator, Dr David Ogilvie ([log in to unmask] or telephone 01223 769197). For further information about the MRC Epidemiology Unit please visit www.mrc-epid.cam.ac.uk. For further information about the Medical Research Council please visit www.mrc.ac.uk Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre. To apply, please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online, should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003. Please quote reference number IRC45064 Closing date: 12 March 2012 Interview date: 30 March 2012