University of Oxford, Nuffield Department of Population Health
Senior Medical Statistician (Ref: 115850)
Grade 8: £38,511 – £45,954p.a.
An appointment at Grade 7 (£30,434 – £37,394) may be considered for an ambitious candidate with potential but less experience, for which an initial appointment would be as ‘Medical Statistician’ with an appropriate adjustment in responsibilities.
The Clinical Trial Service Unit (CTSU) is a major international research institute within the Nuffield Department of Population Health, and is one of the world’s leading centres for research into chronic diseases, such as cancer and heart disease. We are seeking a talented and ambitious ‘Senior Medical Statistician’ who is interested in advancing CTSU’s world-leading research programme in relation to large-scale studies of cardiovascular disease and who wishes to work towards an independent research career. It provides an excellent opportunity to develop your experience and expertise within a leading academic unit.
You will develop a programme of research and implement analyses related to lipid-modifying therapies and risk of vascular disease, including taking responsibility for pharmacogenetic and epidemiological research projects. You will have the unique opportunity to work on research related to an international clinical trial and related sub-studies. You will also be expected to contribute to teaching/training programmes and grant funding applications.
You will have PhD or MSc in statistics/mathematics (or closely related subject) and relevant post-qualification research experience. You will have demonstrated excellent skills and knowledge in applied statistics and statistical programming (in SAS/R or similar statistical packages), have experience of clinical trials and/or epidemiological studies, and have published in related areas. You will be able to work in a team or independently and have excellent communication and organisational skills.
The post is full-time and fixed term for 3 years, in the first instance.
The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on 19 January 2015.
To apply for this role and see further details including the job description and selection criteria please click on the link below:
http://www.ndph.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us
For informal enquiries please contact Jemma Hopewell ([log in to unmask]), Associate Professor and Senior Scientist in Genetic Epidemiology and Clinical Trials.
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