Medical Statistician

NDPH, Old Road Campus, Headington, Oxford

Grade 7: £30,738 - £37,768 p.a.

The Nuffield Department of Population Health (NDPH) contains world-renowned population health research groups and provides an excellent environment for multi-disciplinary research and teaching. The Clinical Trial Service Unit (CTSU), a research institute within NDPH, is one of the world’s leading centres for research into chronic diseases, such as cancer and heart disease.

We are seeking an ambitious Medical Statistician to provide statistical support to CTSU’s clinical trial and allied research programme, in particular in breast cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. Working with a dedicated team of medical statisticians and clinical epidemiologists, you will prepare and analyse clinical trial data, prepare reports for data monitoring and steering committees and actively contribute to presentations and the publication of results.

To be considered, you will have a PhD (or MSc and equivalent research experience) in statistics or other numerate discipline, a demonstrated excellent understanding of a range of statistical concepts and techniques (linear, logistic and Cox regression models etc.), excellent programming skills (in SAS and/or R), meticulous attention to detail and accuracy, and a desire to develop your career in medical research.

Informal enquiries should be addressed to Professor Richard Gray ([log in to unmask]).

If no suitable Grade 7 applicant is forthcoming, an appointment at Grade 6 (£27,328 - £32,600 p.a.) with appropriate adjustment of duties and additional training may be considered.

The position is full-time (although part-time considered) and fixed-term for 2 years in the first instance.

The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 7 March 2016.

Contact Person :

HR Assistant

Vacancy ID :

121625

Contact Phone :

01865 743629

Closing Date :

07-Mar-2016

Contact Email :

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