Research Assistant - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom - Newcastle University

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We are a world class research-intensive university. We deliver teaching and learning of the highest quality. We play a leading role in economic, social and cultural development of the North East of England. Attracting and retaining high-calibre people is fundamental to our continued success.

What's in it for you? Newcastle University is a great place to work, with excellent benefits.

We have a generous holiday package; plus the opportunity to buy more, great pension schemes and a number of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Newcastle is an inclusive global University community where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

As a University of Sanctuary, we aim to provide a welcoming place of safety for all, offering opportunities to people fleeing violence and persecution.


Salary:


Research Assistant:
£30,619 to £32,411 per annum


Research Associate:
£33,348 to £35,308 per annum


Closing Date: 30 April 2023

The Role


This is an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant/Associate with well-developed quantitative data analysis skills to join a research project using "big data" to investigate the role of diet and lifestyle in cancer risk and survival, assisting with data preparation, statistical analysis, and dissemination of findings.


The CALIPER project is investigating whether aspects of diet and lifestyle are associated with risk of developing cancer and, in those who have cancer, survival.

The project involves analysis of data from the UK Biobank.

You will work alongside academics and researchers at Newcastle and Glasgow Universities to deliver the project; the collaboration has already resulted in a number of conference abstracts and papers in high quality journals.

Applicants should have at least 2 years research experience, including substantial experience of analysing quantitative data. Excellent written and spoken communication skills are essential. A PhD in a relevant field is required for appointment at associate level.

Key Accountabilities
Cleaning, preparing and analysing data from UK Biobank
Undertaking rapid reviews of relevant literature to support and inform the project
Participating in project meetings
Presenting scientific work at internal and external meetings and conferences
Contributing to drafting scientific papers and actively participating in other dissemination activities
Developing effective working relationships with other project staff and collaborators
Contributing to the supervision of undergraduate and post-graduate projects & dissertations
Participating in activities of the Population Health Research Institute, the Human Nutrition Research Centre, and the Newcastle University Centre for Cancer
Undertaking other reasonable duties as required

The Person

Knowledge, Skills and Experience
At least 2 years health-related research experience
Significant experience of statistical or epidemiological analysis of quantitative data
Experience of working within multi-disciplinary or multi-centre teams
Proven organisational skills
Excellent written and spoken communication skills
Track record of disseminating research findings, including presenting at conferences and publishing papers (appropriate for career stage)
Desirable
Experience of using Stata or R for data analysis
Experience of analysing "big data" (e.g. UK Biobank, routine health service data, CPRD)
Knowledge or experience of survival analysis
Knowledge or experience of analysis of diet, nutrition or lifestyle data
Knowledge of cancer epidemiology
Experience of conducting systematic reviews

Attributes and Behaviours
Ability to work independently as well as working as a supportive team member
Demonstrable ability to carry out research project work within agreed timelines, meeting project milestones and producing research to an appropriate standard
Available to start work soon


Qualifications:
Essential


For appointment at associate level, a PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health or a related field with a strong quantitative component.

For appointment at assistant level, a Masters degree in an appropriate field (again with a strong quantitative component) is required
Desirable
For appointment at assistant level, working towards a PhD in a relevant field would be a significant advantage


The University holds a silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our good employment practices for the advancement of gender equality.

The University also holds the HR Excellence in Research award for our work to support the career development of our researchers, and is a member of the Euraxess initiative supporting researchers in Europe.


Requisition ID: 23022
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