Research Assistant/Fellow (Statistician), Medicine, Medical Sciences & Nutrition (ACE009A)
Job Description
We are looking for a statistician to join the statistical team within the Aberdeen Centre for Evaluation (ACE), formerly the Health Services Research Unit.
The team are involved in a wide range of statistical activities including the design, conduct and analysis of randomised trials, non-randomised studies, meta-analysis, and methodological research projects in these areas, with collaborators from other national and international centres. The post offers excellent opportunities for career development as a member of a research group with an established international reputation in evaluation and applied health research.
ACE undertakes a major programme of research spanning the evaluation of health and social care interventions. This includes randomised controlled trials coordinated by the Centre for Healthcare Randomised Trials (CHaRT), and evidence synthesis through the Aberdeen Belfast Evidence Collaboration (ABEC). The statistical team contributes across all ACE projects, providing expertise in study design, data management, analysis and interpretation.
Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 5 or 6 salary scale, £32,546-£36,130 or £38,249-£45,413 per annum, and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Graeme MacLennan, Director of CHaRT (g.maclennan@abdn.ac.uk).
Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.
Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 12 January 2026
The School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.
Please Note
If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk ) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.
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