Senior Research Fellow in Cancer Data Science and Epidemiology

THE INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH; Sutton; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dynamic research environment

State-of-the-art facilities

Competitive salary and pension

Job summary

The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) in Sutton invites applications for a Senior Research Fellow in Cancer Data Science and Epidemiology. The role focuses on leading data-integrative analyses in large-scale cancer studies and applying advanced statistical and AI methods to multimodal data.

The successful candidate will work under Professor Montse Garcia-Closas, collaborating with epidemiologists, data scientists, biostatisticians and data engineers, and contribute to high-impact publications

Qualifications

• A PhD, or equivalent research experience, in computer sciences, epidemiology, biostatistics, machine learning or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Strong knowledge of analytical methods relevant to epidemiological and biomedical research, including machine-learning methods for high-dimensional or multimodal data.
• Good understanding of epidemiological study design, bias and interpretation.
• The essential skills as detailed in the person specification on the job description.

Responsibilities

• Lead data integrative analyses in large-scale epidemiological studies of cancer.
• Apply innovative methods in epidemiology, statistics and data science to multimodal cancer research.
• Collaborate with epidemiologists, data scientists, biostatisticians and data engineers to advance cancer prevention and risk modeling.

Skills

PhD or equivalent research experience

Machine learning

Epidemiology

Biostatistics

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Senior Research Fellow in Cancer Data Science and Epidemiology

Salary Range: £47,175 - £52,396 per annum.

• Senior Research Fellow in Cancer Data Science and Epidemiology

Key Information

Salary: Research Training Fellow 1-2 Salary Range: £47,175 - £52,396 per annum. Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience. Appointment is expected at Research Training Fellow 2 level (Senior Research Fellow) although outstanding candidates with less experience may be appointed at Research Training Fellow 1 level (post-doctoral)

Reporting to: Professor Montse Garcia-Closas

Duration ofContract: Fixed Term for 2 years in the first instance, with a view to extension subject to funding.

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Sutton

Closing Date:15t h October 2026

This role is eligible for ICR Sponsorship. If this is your first visa in the UK, support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found here .

Under the guidance of Professor Montse Garcia-Closas , Group Leader Integrative Cancer Epidemiology, Division of Genetics & Epidemiology, we are seeking to recruit an experienced, motivated quantitative Research Fellow to lead data integrative analyses in large-scale epidemiological studies of cancer and apply innovative methods in epidemiology, statistics and data science to multimodal cancer research. The successful candidate will play a key role in the team research focusing on integrating diverse data modalities using advanced statistical and AI methods, including emerging life-sciences foundation models, to investigate cancer aetiology, identify biological and clinical subtypes, and develop robust models of cancer risk that can inform prevention, screening and early detection. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates interested in using innovative data-driven approaches, working closely with epidemiologists, data scientists, biostatisticians, and data engineers, contributing to high-impact research on cancer prevention and risk.

About you

The successful candidate will work in a collaborative and internationally connected research environment, with opportunities to lead analyses, develop new expertise and contribute to high-impact scientific publications, and must have:

• A PhD, or equivalent research experience, in computer sciences, epidemiology, biostatistics, machine learning or a closely related quantitative discipline.
• Strong knowledge of analytical methods relevant to epidemiological and biomedical research, including machine-learning methods for high-dimensional or multimodal data.
• Good understanding of epidemiological study design, bias and interpretation.
• The essential skills as detailed in the person specification on the job description.

Department/Directorate Information

The Integrative Epidemiology Team at The Institute of Cancer Research led by Professor Garcia-Closasis located at theICR Sutton Campus.The team formspart of the Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research Unit ( CEPRU ), a joint initiative between the ICR and Imperial College London focused on advancing cancer epidemiology through interdisciplinary research and training.

Theteamuses large-scale population data to investigate the causes of cancer, understand carcinogenic processes, and improve risk prediction for precision prevention. A central resource for the team is the Breast Cancer Now Generations Study , a national cohort of over 110,000 women in the UK followed since 2004.

Research in the team combines epidemiologyandbiostatistics with emerging approaches in data science, including analyses of mammography and pathology images and integration of multi-modal data.

What we offer

• A dynamic and supportive research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
• Competitive salary and pension

F or an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Montse Garcia-Closas via [e-mail]

About The Institute of Cancer Research

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits .

The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles, please click here to find out further information.

The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here .

At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.

Salary Range: £47,175 - £52,396 per annum.