Fleming Initiative Research Fellow

Imperial College London; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial College London seeks a Research Fellow to lead statistical support in an initiative tackling antimicrobial resistance. The role involves trial design, analysis, and collaboration on methodological research in a supportive, innovative environment, offering significant professional development opportunities and sector-leading benefits.

Benefits

39 days’ annual leave

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working

On-site leisure facilities

Cycle-to-work scheme

Interest-free season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Significant contributions to proposal writing and publications.
• Experience with adaptive trial design and analysis.
• Teaching experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide statistical support for trial design and analysis.
• Develop funding applications for collaborative trials.
• Manage workload autonomously and effectively.

Skills

Statistical support

Trial design

Data analysis

Proposal writing

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

PhD in statistics or medical statistics

Job description

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Fleming Initiative Research Fellow, London

Client: Imperial College London

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: fceca0d011d9

Job Views: 18

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

We are looking for an ambitious and capable Research Fellow to be a senior trial statistician for an exciting new partnership involving the , the , which aims to tackle antimicrobial resistance (AMR) through a people-centred and convergence science approach.

The Initiative is led by Professor Alison Holmes. This project is part of the 'Put the patient first' stream and is co-led by Dr Timothy Rawson and Professor Victoria Cornelis. The project involves conducting a data-enabled trial with the goal of addressing antimicrobial resistance and preparing for the development and funding of a SMART trial. The postholder will work closely with the project team, providing statistical support across related work packages, overseeing all aspects of trial design, implementation, conduct, and analysis, including expert statistical advice, development of study protocols, and statistical analysis plans. There will also be opportunities to undertake related methodological projects in SMART trial designs.

The position is based within ICTU, where you will join a large, supportive group of statisticians working on clinical trials.

• Provide statistical support in all aspects of trial design, implementation, conduct, and analysis, including expert advice, and development of protocols and analysis plans.
• Work autonomously, prioritising and managing your workload effectively.
• Develop funding applications for collaborative trials and your own methodological research with support from senior colleagues.
• Hold a PhD or equivalent experience in statistics, medical statistics, or a related field.
• Have knowledge and experience of randomised controlled trials, including adaptive trial design and analysis.
• Evidence of significant contributions to proposal writing.
• Record of high-quality publications in peer-reviewed journals in clinical trials or research methods.
• Experience in teaching and supporting teaching activities.
• Be a motivated, well-organised individual with a creative approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrate effective collaboration within a team, showing openness and cooperation.
• Willing to travel within the UK and abroad for research and conferences.
• Enjoy working in a supportive, inclusive environment that values your contributions.
• Opportunity to advance your career at a world-leading institution and contribute to our mission using science for humanity.
• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and benefits, including 39 days’ annual leave and a generous pension scheme.
• Access workplace benefits such as flexible working, family leave, on-site leisure facilities, and a cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loans for travel.
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with resources to support your personal and professional growth.