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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) — evaluating the effects of environmental interventions on population physical activity. We are now seeking a quantitative researcher to lead the longitudinal analysis of the cohort dataset from the Commuting and Health in Cambridge study. This is an interdisciplinary study of the travel, physical activity and public health impacts of the Cambridgeshire Guided Busway (CGB), funded by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). The successful applicant is likely to have (or to be within about six months of obtaining) a PhD in a relevant topic and experience in the analysis of epidemiological or physical activity data including multivariable regression modelling. Training and experience in more advanced statistical methods for the longitudinal analysis of cohort (panel) data would be a distinct advantage. Applications are equally welcome from those with previous experience in travel behaviour or physical activity research, or from those with more generic epidemiological and statistical experience who are interested in applying their skills to a new topic area. The post is available for 18 months and the starting salary will be in the range of £26,022 – £31,758 per annum (MRC Band 4). The closing date for applications is 15 January 2013. For more information please visit http://www.cedar.iph.cam.ac.uk/work-with-cedar/vacancies/ or contact Dr David Ogilvie ([log in to unmask]).