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RISK RESEARCH SCIENTISTS/ MATHEMATICAL MODELLERS Applications are invited for two permanent posts in our Risk Research Department at the Veterinary Laboratories Agency, near Addlestone, Surrey. This post involves the design and running of risk analysis projects involving risk assessment modelling in the fields of national and international veterinary and public health. The successful candidates will as part of a team, develop and use models for application to current national and international problems in the veterinary and public health fields and will manage the development and maintenance of the associated PC-based databases to handle the collected data. Initiating and maintaining contact with all those that provide data and advice including colleagues internally within the VLA and external Government Officials is a vital role, as well as particularly liaising with mathematicians and statisticians involved in the field of risk analysis. The successful applicants will be expected to contribute to project reports and scientific papers, to evaluate the mathematical content of risk analysis project proposals and will be involved in the regular reviewing and evaluation of methodological developments in the field of risk analysis, particularly as applied to veterinary and public health. Candidates should have a degree in a quantitative subject. A general appreciation of biological and agricultural systems and an understanding of farm livestock methods most probably gained whilst undertaking a post-graduate degree. Experience of Bayesian modelling particularly for one of the posts is an advantage and the ability to maintain good communication skills with all participants within the studies will be required. These posts are in Pay Band E L13,000 to L23,300 pa according to qualifications and experience. Progression within this pay band is dependent on performance. Exceptional candidates may be offered a higher starting salary. Benefits include a non-contributory pension scheme and 25 days annual leave. Further details and application form can be obtained from Personnel (ES - ADP 1439), Veterinary Laboratories Agency, New Haw, Addlestone, Surrey KT15 3NB (Tel: 01932 357924 Fax: 01932 357316). Completed application forms should be returned by 16/4/99 Dr. Louise Kelly Department of Risk Research, Central Veterinary Laboratory, Veterinary Laboratories Agency, New Haw, Addlestone Surrey KT15 3NB, UK Tel: (44) 1932 357317 Fax: (44) 1932 357445 email: [log in to unmask] %%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%%