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Research Scientist GPRD £35,498 - £37,427 Progression to the maximum of the salary range will be dependent on performance Purpose of role: The main role is to undertake epidemiological research contributing to specific time limited projects over a three year period. Projects will be undertaken using the General Practice Research Database and other database resources from the UK and elsewhere. The role will involve the undertaking of specific tasks including administrative tasks, data management tasks, analysis of data, report writing and documentation. The work will be within the overall GPRD research team and under the guidance of a project leader for the specific projects involved. Key responsibilities: Undertaking and present analysis for GPRD research projects and internal projects Assistance with the development of processes and procedures for the utilisation of new data resources Presentation of GPRD as a high quality research services organisation Contribution to the routine research service activities of the GPRD Research Team Contribution to GPRD wide initiatives Essential criteria to apply: (shortlist and interview criteria) A post graduate degree or equivalent in a related scientific discipline Experience of undertaking epidemiological research employing observational databases and a familiarity with basic epidemiological principles Refined analytical thinking and the ability to understand and resolve complex issues into appropriate solutions A proven ability to provide analysis using large data sets, on either SAS or STATA analysis software Good interpersonal skills, a highly motivated proactive approach and a strong team player Proven ability to work under pressure and take responsibility for own work The above criteria will be used when shortlisting applications for interview and as a basis for the interview questions. It is therefore important that you clearly explain on your application form how you meet the essential criteria. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from suitably qualified people regardless of, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, politics or disability. Additional information: If these challenges inspire you, you can download further information below and apply on-line. Please send your completed form via email to [log in to unmask] or by fax 020 7084 2522. We strongly encourage electronic applications. The closing date for applications is 20 Nov 2009 To download application form and documents: http://www.mhra.gov.uk/Aboutus/Workingforus/Currentjobvacancies/CON062544 This email and any files transmitted with it are confidential. If you are not the intended recipient, any reading, printing, storage, disclosure, copying or any other action taken in respect of this email is prohibited and may be unlawful. If you are not the intended recipient, please notify the sender immediately by using the reply function and then permanently delete what you have received.Incoming and outgoing email messages are routinely monitored for compliance with the Department of Healths policy on the use of electronic communications. For more information on the Department of Healths email policy, click http://www.dh.gov.uk/DHTermsAndConditions/fs/en?CONTENT_ID=4110945&chk=x1C3Zw The original of this email was scanned for viruses by the Government Secure Intranet virus scanning service supplied by Cable&Wireless in partnership with MessageLabs. (CCTM Certificate Number 2009/09/0052.) On leaving the GSi this email was certified virus free. Communications via the GSi may be automatically logged, monitored and/or recorded for legal purposes.