Role
You will develop strong foundations for a career in health services research. Conduct high quality statistical analyses of trials, undertake statistical programming for checking, manipulating and summarising data, and provide on-going statistical advice and reporting during the development and conduct of trials. You will liaise with multidisciplinary teams to manage statistical and analytical aspects of the studies to ensure data quality. You will also be encouraged to undertake dissemination of your research through publications, seminars and conference presentations and contribute to the workings of the statistics team.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications needed
1. Undergraduate degree in a relevant quantitative subject or, exceptionally substantial experience at an equivalent level
2. A basic knowledge of randomised controlled trials and their use in health research
3. Knowledge of how to design and analyse data from randomised controlled trials
4. Working knowledge of a statistical package and ability to undertake basic statistical programming (eg Stata)
5. Ability to undertake basic statistical analysis of research relevant to randomised controlled trials
6. Ability to undertake basic statistical programming and explain statistical concepts in simple terms to individuals from non-technical backgrounds
7. Experience of managing and analysing data
8. Experience of summarising data in a report format
9. Understanding of how quantitative research data are presented and interpreted
10. Ability to log information in an efficient and accurate manner and cope under pressure while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Interview date: To be confirmed