A researcher with strong statistical skills is required to work on a
project assessing new methods for addressing selection bias in health
economic evaluation. This ESRC-funded post provides an excellent
opportunity to undertake highly topical research at a London-based
university with a large programme of work in medical statistics and
health economics. LSHTM provides a highly supportive environment for
junior researchers.
Applicants must have an MSc in Medical Statistics or a related
discipline. The post holder will conduct simulations and re-analyse case
studies using alternative matching and regression methods. The ideal
candidate will have previous experience of designing, and undertaking
simulation studies comparing statistical techniques. For an appointment
at the level of Research Fellow, the applicant is expected to already
have peer-reviewed publications or a PhD in a relevant area.
The post holder will work on a series of case studies evaluating
interventions in intensive care and surgery that have national and
international significance. The post holder will work under the guidance
of the Principle Investigator (Richard Grieve) and in close
collaboration with statisticians, health economists, econometricians,
and clinicians, based at LSHTM and the University of California
(Berkeley).
This post is available immediately, for two years. The salary will be
on either Academic Pathway 5 or 6 in the range of £30,792- £36,093 per
annum inclusive.
Applications should be made on-line via our website at
http://jobs.lshtm.ac.uk.
The reference for this post is RG06. Closing date for applications is
26 May 2010. Applications should include a CV and the names and email
contacts of 2 referees who can be contacted immediately if shortlisted.
Any queries regarding the application process may be addressed to
[log in to unmask] Please quote reference RG06.
Potential applicants are encouraged to contact Richard Grieve
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