Research Assistant

2 days ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom University of Cambridge Full time

**(Internal Only)**

The MRC Epidemiology Unit is seeking to appoint a Research Assistant.

Alongside a competitive salary, University staff are eligible for a comprehensive package of benefits and services include discounts on shopping, health care, financial services and public transport. We also offer defined benefits pension schemes and tax-efficient bicycle, car lease and charity-giving schemes.

The MRC Epidemiology Unit is a department within the University of Cambridge's School of Clinical Medicine and is situated within the Institute of Metabolic Science on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus. Its mission is to study the genetic, developmental and environmental factors that cause obesity, diabetes and related metabolic disorders and develop strategies for their prevention. The Unit benefits from a number of large-scale, cross programme epidemiological studies with detailed datasets allowing a wide range of research from genetics to public health. Highly experienced information teams and other specialist teams support the scientists in the delivery of their research aims.

The role is based on Cambridge; the number of days in the office is at least three.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years in the first instance.

The interview date for the role is: 8th January 2025

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.



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