Research Associate/ Fellow (part time, fixed term) (MED

The purpose of this role is to work on a Biomedical Research Centre funded project. The aim of this research is to understand the markers and predictors of surgical and rehabilitation outcomes using data from various surgery and musculoskeletal disease related projects where molecular data has been gathered.

You will join an established team, led by Professor Ana Valdes. You will have a strong background in mathematical modelling and statistical analysis and have a willingness to learn and apply various machine learning and bioinformatics techniques to omics data, for example, target trial emulation to estimate the causal effect of interventions. You will plan and conduct research using approaches or methodologies and techniques appropriate to the type of research. You will have proven skills in the presentation of research data and be able to collaborate with interdisciplinary academic colleagues at the University of Nottingham. 

The post is offered on a part time (14.5 hours per week) fixed term contract for 6 months. 

Requests for secondment from internal candidates may be considered on the basis that prior agreement has been sought from both your current line manager and the manager of your substantive post, if you are already undertaking a secondment role.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Ana Valdes, email [email protected]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 23 Oct 2024 Category: Research and Teaching (R&T)