Senior Research Advisor (Medical Statistics / Epidemiology)*

NIHR Research Support Service Hub delivered by the University of Southampton and Partners (RSS USP)

This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of methodologists providing research design advice to researchers who are in the process of developing funding applications for health and social care research. You will be part of the NIHR Research Support Service Hub delivered by the University of Southampton and Partners (RSS USP), located in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Southampton.  

Who are we? 

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) funds, enables and delivers world-leading health and social care research that improves people's health and wellbeing and promotes economic growth. Our research helps turn discoveries into new or improved treatments, diagnostics, medical technologies and services. It provides those working in the NHS, public health and social care with the evidence they need to better support patients, the public and people who need care.

The NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) is a national initiative providing access to research support, advice, design and collaboration, from planning through to delivery for researchers working across the remit of NIHR in England.  Our Hub has also been designated as an NIHR RSS Specialist Centre in Public Health.

Our Hub is a collaboration between partner organisations making up a team of highly experienced methodologists, researchers and public health practitioners. The team includes research advisors with expertise in medical statistics, clinical trials, epidemiology, qualitative research, mixed methods, health economics, and public involvement in research. Our partnership includes the Universities of Oxford, Oxford Brookes and Portsmouth, and the local authorities for Hampshire, Oxfordshire, Portsmouth and Southampton.

Who are we looking for? 

We are seeking a Senior Research Advisor with an ability to provide high quality research design advice and support to investigators applying for research funding (particularly NIHR). 

You may have expertise in any area of applied medical statistics/epidemiology. You will possess excellent communication and consultation skills. You will have an understanding of what is required to produce a high-quality research funding application and to deliver the statistical/epidemiological aspects of an applied research study. 

Why join us? 

We understand that our staff are our greatest asset, and we take the care of our staff seriously. Some of the perks of working with us, include:  

Hybrid Working- We’re pleased to offer a hybrid-working arrangement as we know the many benefits this can bring to our staff and us as an organisation. We strive for cohesive and collaborative teams so our expectation is you spend 20-40% of your time in the office. 

Workplace Wellbeing- As a university we aim to create an environment where everyone can thrive and are proactive in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect and equality of opportunity. With a generous holiday allowance as well as additional university closure days we are committed to supporting our staff and students and open to a flexible working approach. 

Potential applicants wishing to discuss the post informally may contact the Director, Professor Issy Reading, e-mail i.c.reading@soton.ac.uk 

* On appointment, your job title will be Senior Enterprise Fellow

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We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who supports our mission of inclusivity.

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