Research Associate in Mathematical Epidemiology

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research opportunity awaits at a leading university, focusing on developing analytical tools for critical studies in outbreak management. This position involves collaboration with esteemed partners and offers a chance to contribute to impactful research. The university promotes a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements, encouraging applications from diverse candidates. Join a dynamic team and make a difference in the field of public health research while enjoying a balanced work-life culture.

Benefits

Family-friendly policies

Flexible working arrangements

Support for career breaks

Parental leave

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field with a strong focus on computational analysis.
• Experience in statistical modeling and software development.

Responsibilities

• Develop computational tools for analyzing FFX studies.
• Coordinate with various initiatives to ensure software interoperability.

Skills

Computational Analysis

Statistical Modeling

Software Development

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

R Programming

Python

Job description

Postdoctoral Research Position at the University of Manchester

We are offering a postdoctoral research position associated with the Medical Research Council project, "Analytical Tools for FFX Studies and the Go.Data Framework," funded under the "Better Methods for Better Research" scheme.

Project Overview: An "FFX" study refers to "First Few X," where X could be "hundreds" or "thousands". It is conducted early in a new outbreak to gather essential information for its management. The project's aim is to develop computationally efficient tools for analyzing such studies, especially in resource-limited settings.

Leadership and Collaboration: The project is led by Professor Thomas House (University of Manchester), with Lorenzo Pellis (University of Manchester) and Christopher Overton (University of Liverpool and UK Health Security Agency) as co-investigators. It involves collaboration with the World Health Organization, UK Health Security Agency, and other academic partners. The post-holder will coordinate with related initiatives such as the R Epidemics Consortium, EpiVerse, and EpiRecipes to ensure software interoperability and leverage synergies.

Department and University Commitments

The University is dedicated to staff well-being and work-life balance, offering family-friendly policies, flexible working arrangements, and support for career breaks and parental leave. Details can be found at Benefits at Manchester and Social Responsibility Activities. The position is full-time, but applications for part-time, job share, or flexible working are encouraged.

Application Process

Applications should be submitted online, including a CV and a brief research statement (max 2 pages A4, excluding references).

We support flexible working arrangements; blended working may be considered.

Please note that we cannot respond to inquiries or accept CVs/applications from recruitment agencies.

Contact Information

• Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting, and interviews: Professor Thomas House, [e-mail]
• General enquiries: [e-mail]
• Technical support: Jobtrain, 0161 850 2004, Support Link

This vacancy closes at midnight on the specified deadline. For the person specification criteria, please see the Further Particulars document linked below.