We are looking for a statistical geneticist to join the Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit (CEU), Department of Public Health and Primary Care at University of Cambridge.
The postholder will be developing novel statistical methodologies that enable translational and clinical application of genetic risk models. The exact project will be designed based on your research interest and the translational/clinical need proposed by our clinical collaborators. You will be working on genomic, molecular (transcriptomics, proteomic, and metabolomics), and electronic health record data, empowered by and contributing to multiple resources developed and maintained by the team (e.g. PGS Catalog, Omicspred).
The post holder will work with Dr Xilin Jiang and Professor Michael Inouye while collaborating with Professor Alkes Price (Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health) and senior scientists at NHS Genomic laboratory hub. You will have the opportunity to establish collaboration with senior scientists around Cambridge and international institutions.
The preferred candidate will have a PhD (or equivalent) in Statistics, Computer Science, or other related quantitative subject. Selection criteria includes understanding of inferential and quantitative concepts and techniques, computational skills, and experience of analysing large genetic and functional datasets, ideally with electronic health records. You should have an ability to communicate and present results to other quantitative scientists, bioinformaticians, epidemiologists, clinicians and scientists, along with excellent verbal and written communications skills and strong organisational skills.
This position is full-time.
Informal enquiries are encouraged; please send your CV and a brief description of research interest to Dr Xilin Jiang: [email protected] .
We strongly value and encourage Equity, Diversity and Inclusion as well as a flexible working environment.
Location of post: Cardiovascular Epidemiology Unit, Department of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge, Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart and Lung Research Institute, Papworth Road, Cambridge CB2 0BB.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 36 months in the first instance.
To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click on the Apply button above.
Applicants must have (or be close to obtaining) a PhD.
Appointment at Research Associate level is dependent on having a PhD. Those who have submitted but not yet received their PhD will initially be appointed as a Research Assistant (Grade 5, Point 38 £32,982) moving to Research Associate (Grade 7) upon confirmation of your PhD award.
Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.
Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.
Closing date: 14th April 2024
Interview dates: Week commencing 22nd April 2024
Please quote reference RH40944 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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