Research Fellow, Associate and Assistant in Medical

4 weeks ago


Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Full time

**About the role**: We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join the Leicester Real World Evidence (LRWE) Unit to undertake a program of epidemiological research, including funding by the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Data Innovation for multiple long term conditions and ethnic health theme.

The Leicester Real World Evidence Unit is based within the Diabetes Research centre, and specialises in the use of large routinely collected data for observational studies in diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

These posts will support both our LRWE Unit and our NIHR Leicester BRC and be required to have expertise which aligns to this, in particular we are looking for individuals who have knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas:

- Use or real-world data from classical observational studies or electronic health records (e.g. UK Biobank, the Clinical Practice Research Datalink (CPRD), and Hospital Episodes Statistics)
- Longitudinal observational studies
- Application of survival analysis methodologies
- Evidence synthesis of experimental studies to inform latter phase studies and/or personalised medicine
- Optimising the use of real world data

The post-holders will work closely with senior academics/researchers and other team members to develop and conduct a programme of applied health research which aligns to their expertise and the requirements of the LRWE unit and the BRC. They will also be expected to provide statistical support to the research studies conducted across the other areas of the BRC. There is also an opportunity to collaborate with other key groups within the University including the Biostatistics and the Genetic Epidemiology groups. The posts provide excellent opportunities for professional development, including the potential for training in new methodologies.

**About you**: We are keen to increase the diversity of our academic body and encourage suitable applicants from ethnic minorities, different nationalities and other diversity groups to apply.
**Additional information**:
Research Fellow (grade 8), Research Associate (grade 7) and Research Assistant (grade 6) roles available in medical statistics, epidemiology or data science. Please see attached job summaries for role descriptions.

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

**Vacancy terms**: Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 18 to 60 months depending on role



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