About the role
This is an exciting opportunity for a medical statistician with a strong background in statistics as applied to health research who would like to grow that skill set further. The role within the BSG will involve working closely with health researchers at the UCLH/UCL BRC and at UCL Respiratory, providing expert statistical advice, collaborating on research projects, and undertaking hands-on analyses of cutting-edge medical studies. In addition, there will be opportunity to develop a methodological research portfolio and expertise. In collaboration with Professor Hurst and colleagues at UCL Respiratory, the statistician will contribute to an exciting programme investigating diagnosis and management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in Brazil. Research visits to Brazil will be part of the role.
This post is available immediately and initially funded full time for 2 years.
Salary - grade 7 spine point 31 (£45, per annum including London allowance) to 33 (£47,).
About you
Applicants should hold a PhD in Statistics or Medical Statistics and have good knowledge of a range of statistical methods and study designs used in health research. It is desirable they have experience working with data from health studies conducted in the UK or other comparable international settings. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams are also critical for this role. Please see the job description for the full Person Specification.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are:
• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • Immigration loan • Relocation scheme for certain posts • On-Site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance