Research Assistant in Medical Statistics / Research Associate in Medical Statistics

University of Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sheffield invites applications for a Research Assistant in Medical Statistics (Grade 6) or Research Associate in Medical Statistics (Grade 7). The role focuses on providing leadership in statistical input, design, analysis and reporting for clinical studies.

Successful candidates will communicate complex concepts clearly to non-statisticians and offer training to statistical colleagues, contributing to a supportive, high-performing research team within CTRU.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in applied statistics and clinical trial methodology.
• Ability to translate statistical concepts for non-statisticians.
• Experience with statistical programming and analysis of complex datasets.
• Experience communicating statistics within research teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely and high-quality statistical input to research projects.
• Lead design, analysis, and reporting of studies.
• Explain statistical concepts clearly to non-statisticians.
• Train and support statistical colleagues and foster team collaboration.

Skills

Applied statistics

Clinical trials

Statistical programming

Data analysis

Job description

The Clinical Trials Research Unit (CTRU) section in the Division of Population Health based in the School of Medicine and Population Health is seeking to recruit a Research Assistant in Medical Statistics (Grade 6) or Research Associate in Medical Statistics (Grade 7) who has a passion for statistics (and applied research) and a willingness to share their passion, enthusiasm and knowledge with others.

You will have good knowledge of applied statistics and clinical trial methodology. You will have good programming skills and experience of working with complex datasets. You will exhibit a "can do" attitude to new activities knowing your strengths and skills whilst being flexible and able to adapt to change.

You will be able to communicate effectively with non-statisticians and be able to clearly explain complex statistical concepts in lay terms. You will provide timely and high-quality statistical input and leadership to research projects, including input to the design, analysis, and reporting of studies.

With exceptional interpersonal skills you will relate well to others in the team establishing good working relationships and provide training to statistical colleagues.

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.

£32,722 to £47,389 per annum. Potential to progress to £51,753 per annum through sustained exceptional contribution.