Epidemiologist & Biostatistician - London, United Kingdom - Crown Agents

Crown Agents

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London, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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About the role Research**:

Undertake scientific research using CHAMPS data from all subprojects for publications in peerreviewed journals, presentations at academic and policy conferences
Establish a research portfolio on medium

- to long-term basis

In consultation with the CHAMPS Data and Informatics team, provide assistance with data extractions and management for scholars/researchers using the CHAMPS databases.
Provide statistical guidance to current staff and postgraduate students for research purposes
Lead the development and adaptation of new protocols and SOPs development for all new existing projects, including ensuring timely ethical approvals/amendments for all projects
Oversee EQA and proficiency testing and approvals of all lab and lab processes

Data Management and Quality Assurance/Control:

Design quality assurance frameworks for CHAMPS data, including core CHAMPS, Adult MITS, pregnancy surveillance, Data to Action, the HDSS
Lead the implementation of quality assurance measures, review internal effectiveness and improve accordingly
Develop a framework for continuous quality review of historical data, and develop interventions to improve the quality
Ensure quality issues are resolved from the field and data team sides respectively

Project Delivery/Management:

Manage the full scope of the CHAMPS HDSS program, including standard operating procedures development and implementation, reporting, and publications according to all applicable standards
Effectively manage the HDSS staff component and ensure productivity and cost effectiveness
Ensure effective collaboration with the Surveillance and SBS workstreams within the CHAMPS family
Manage the HDSS operational plan as set out in conjunction with the necessary stakeholders
Taking leadership in ensuring coordination and integration across subprojects and nested studies
Pregnancy Surveillance, Adult MITS study, Population Surveillance, Core CHAMPS, Data to Action project.

External Operations:

Work effectively and cooperatively with others to establish and maintain good working relationships that are mutually beneficial with the various stakeholders
Community engagement to identify any misinterpretations and improve the community's understanding of the role of CHAMPS research and programme and how they can participate or collaborate
Enforce the principles of Good Customer Service in each project/study and review the mechanisms in place to encourage and review customer complains

Staff Management and Development:

Oversee interdisciplinary teams, setting targets, achieving milestones and responding to crises
Formulate short

- and long-term strategic targets and ensure they are attained

Manage a field team with varying skills onsite, including planning daily activities to ensure that recruitment and follow up targets are met
Identify areas for development in staff's skillset and implement relevant interventions to ensure growth for staff.

Financial Management:

Support the Deputy Site Director to prepare and review budgets for HDSS in consultation with the respective finance and/or grants management departments
Evaluate expenditure in each project according to the variance reports provided and if necessary, realign budget lineitem allocations

About you Requirements**-
A minimum of 5 PUBLICATIONS**:

Minimum of Master's Degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Demography, Population Studies, or a related Public Health discipline,
An MD, PhD or DrPH degree will be an added advantage:
At least 10 years' experience managing research operations, such as clinical research, clinical trials, public health research or for large population-based surveys, etc.
Track record of previous peerreviewed publications, preferably
with a minimum of five (5) published manuscripts as first or senior author:
Experience with data analysis software required,
Direct experience with data analysis and interpretation required

Desirable additional abilities and attributes

GCP (Good Clinical Practice)
Advanced level of computer literacy
Willingness to work extended hours, as required
Sound understanding of standard research environments
Ability to mentor and coach junior scientists
Sound understanding of leading and managing change
Performance development
Decision making
Focus on service delivery
Drive for continuous improvement
Good communication and teamwork
Ability to liaise with external stakeholders at all levels
Strong networking and relationshipbuilding ability
Ability to lead through influence
Conflict management skills, especially in a multicultural and multifunctional team structure
Willingness to travel for work, both locally and internationally
High levels of flexibility required
Ability to work under pressure
Respect for project deadlines