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Research Fellow

University of Leicester - Diabetes Research Centre

Location: Leicester
Salary: £49,250 to £55,295 per annum, pro-rata if part-time. Grade 8
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 14th November 2024
Closes: 27th November 2024
Job Ref: 9988

Vacancy terms: Full-time, or job share considered, fixed term contract until 30 November 2027

Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

We are looking for a talented and motivated individual 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.

This post 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 an individual who has 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-holder 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.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Dr Clare Gillies on clg13@leicester.ac.uk

Applications for job share will be considered.

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.

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 equity, 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 through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

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.

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