Research Assistant / Research Fellow. Leeds, UK

Position: Research Assistant / Research Fellow (Advanced Modelling in Biostatistics)
Employer: Leeds Institute of Genetics, Health and Therapeutics, Divisions of Biostatistics and Medical Physics
Salary: University Grade 6 (£24,766 - £29,541p.a.) or University Grade 7 (£30,424 – £36,298p.a.) depending on qualifications and experience.  Please note we can only offer a maximum salary of £30,424 p.a. due to funding restrictions.
Full Time
Fixed Term (12 months)

This new post offers an opportunity to work in a large, dynamic research group with an established reputation in medical statistics.  You will benefit from working with experts in the fields of epidemiology, biostatistics, medical imaging and cardiovascular sciences.  Using novel state-of-the-art statistical techniques you will work on two projects (i) multilevel modelling in medical image quality assessment for the PANORAMA project and (ii) functional data analysis to describe the haemodynamics of ambulatory blood pressure (ABPM).  You will publish in leading journals and be a key part of a large team of multidisciplinary researchers.
You will be familiar with a range of statistical software packages such as Stata or R and preferably have experience in statistical modelling of large data sets.  An MSc or PhD in applied statistics or equivalent experience and an existing publication record in a relevant area are desirable for Research Assistant and essential for Research Fellow.  Additional training, guidance and mentoring will be given appropriate to your experience and personal skills.  The post is available immediately for a fixed term of 12 months, (although further funding may be available).

The University of Leeds is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. The university is a charter member of Athena SWAN and holds the Bronze award.  We are happy to accept job share applications and are committed to flexible working for all our employees.
For more information and to apply for this post click here.

Informal enquiries regarding the post should be directed to Dr Paul D Baxter (Associate Professor in Biostatistics), email p.d.baxter@leeds.ac.uk, telephone +44 (0)113 343 9078 or Mr Andrew G Davies (Lecturer in Medical Physics) email a.g.davies@leeds.ac.uk, telephone +44 (0)113 343 8313.

If you have any specific enquiries about your online application please contact Sou Sit Chung, telephone +44 (0)113 343 9177 or email s.chung@leeds.ac.uk.

Job Ref: MHLIG0076
Closing Date: 6 December 2013