Postdoctoral Researcher

1 month ago


Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Myeloma UK Full time

About us

Myeloma UK is the only organisation in the UK dealing exclusively with the blood cancer myeloma and related conditions. We are committed to bringing together the best and brightest people to help us ensure that every patient has an empowered present and a hopeful future. We are now looking to appoint a Postdoctoral Researcher to join our Applied Health Research team.

The Applied Health Research Programmes aim to transform diagnosis, treatment and care in myeloma and their related conditions and improve the patient/carer experience. We also aim to ensure the patient voice and Patient and Public Involvement in research is central to UK myeloma research activities.

About the role

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in a team that gathers evidence that directly impacts patients and carers lived. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will report to the Principal Researcher in Applied Health Research and support the delivery of our ambitious plans through high-quality research, generating insights from available evidence, presenting at conferences and meetings, and implementing plans for dissemination.

The successful candidate will be expected, as a minimum, to have evidence of undertaking mixed-methods research (i.e. qualitative and quantitative research). You will have experience of managing and analysing large datasets and project management experience. The successful candidate will also have a minimum of 1-year postdoctoral research experience and a PhD in a relevant field of expertise.

This role will require some travel across the UK including regular visits to our Edinburgh office.

About You

We are looking for a passionate individual who is experienced in undertaking quantitative research. Ideal candidates will lead on the development and delivery of online surveys, analysis of large data sets, engage in Patient and Public Involvement, and have experience or a desire to work across our wide-ranging portfolio of applied health research.

Candidates will also be expected to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity in working closely with patients and their families. The successful candidate will therefore have the confidence and maturity to be a highly regarded ambassador for Myeloma UK.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a range of benefits including flexible working and flexitime, 30 days annual leave plus 6 bank holidays (FTE), Pension Scheme and cycle to work scheme. We also offer an employee assistance program and more.

How to apply

If you think you would be a great fit for this role and wish to apply, please provide the following:

  1. A CV that sets out your career history, with key responsibilities and achievements
  2. A cover letter/supporting statement (maximum of 1,500 words) explaining how your personal skills, qualities and experiences make you a good fit for this role; please provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with particular reference to the criteria set out in the job description.

Please email the above via the 'Apply' button above. You will be asked to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in the UK prior to interview selection.

For further information on the role please go to

Applications close on 23 August 2024 and interviews will be held w/c26 August 2024.

Myeloma UK is an equal opportunities employer and always welcomes applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of

  • sex,
  • race,
  • disability,
  • age,
  • sexual orientation,
  • gender reassignment,
  • religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.


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