Lung Cancer Data Scientist - Part-Time, Fixed-Term

Karlstad University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research university is seeking a Research Associate/Fellow for a fixed-term part-time role in respiratory medicine. The candidate will utilize large datasets to analyze lung cancer in non-smokers, aiming to identify barriers to early diagnosis. Key responsibilities include planning research, analyzing data, and publishing findings. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD or equivalent, have data analysis experience, and knowledge in lung cancer research. The position offers generous benefits including health facilities and competitive holiday allowance.

Benefits

Fitness and health facilities

Staff discounts

Travel schemes

Competitive holiday allowance

Attractive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Practical data analysis experience using CPRD or equivalent datasets.
• Experience in developing new approaches or models.
• Knowledge or experience in lung cancer research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct research using appropriate approaches and methodologies.
• Analyze large UK primary care datasets linked to cancer records.
• Provide a detailed description of LCIPNS patients for early detection insights.
• Identify factors that improve predictions of LCIPNS.
• Publish research findings and present at conferences.

Skills

Data analysis using CPRD or equivalent

Developing new methods using primary care data

Knowledge in lung cancer research

Education

PhD or equivalent in relevant field

Job description

A leading research university is seeking a Research Associate/Fellow for a fixed-term part-time role in respiratory medicine. The candidate will utilize large datasets to analyze lung cancer in non-smokers, aiming to identify barriers to early diagnosis. Key responsibilities include planning research, analyzing data, and publishing findings. Ideal candidates will hold a PhD or equivalent, have data analysis experience, and knowledge in lung cancer research. The position offers generous benefits including health facilities and competitive holiday allowance.