Senior Academic Researcher in Epidemiology and Health Data Science

3 weeks ago


Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom University of Leicester Full time

About the Role

The University of Leicester is seeking a highly skilled and ambitious epidemiologist to join the Leicester Real World Evidence (LRWE) unit and the NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). As a Senior Academic Researcher in Epidemiology and Health Data Science, you will provide senior academic leadership on studies investigating cardiometabolic multiple long term conditions and the comparative effectiveness of interventions using secondary, real-world observational data and primary data from classical observational studies.

Your Responsibilities

  • Develop and undertake independent epidemiological and pharmaco-epidemiological research
  • Take a lead on grant applications and liaise with collaborators to develop research protocols
  • Provide statistical and epidemiological expertise and supervision to junior members of the team and supervise PhD students

About the LRWE Unit

The LRWE unit, within the Leicester Diabetes Research Centre, is internationally recognised for its research in cardiometabolic diseases, multiple long term conditions, and therapy of diabetes. This post provides an excellent opportunity for an ambitious epidemiologist to advance their career in epidemiology and health care related data science.

About You

We are looking for a candidate with a PhD in a pertinent subject area and relevant experience in using advanced statistical software. You should have a strong track record in epidemiological research, with outputs that are internationally recognised and world-leading in terms of originality, significance, and rigour. You should also have expertise that complements or enhances existing strengths within the LRWE unit with robust future plans for research applications.

Vacancy Terms

This is a full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract for 24 months.



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