Research Facilitator - Data Linkage

Location: Old Road Campus, Oxford, OX3 7LF

The Nuffield Department of Population Health (NDPH) contains world renowned population health research groups and provides an excellent environment for multi-disciplinary research and teaching.

We are seeking a Research Facilitator to co-ordinate, manage and facilitate the collection of health-related data for UK Biobank, a large-scale epidemiological study based in Oxford Population Health.

You will have primary responsibility for managing the existing portfolio of data linkage and service agreements as well as helping to establish new data sharing agreements. You will also be responsible for receiving data files, and undertaking basic sanity checks on incoming data. You will be expected to work on multiple projects at the same time and will need to work flexibly to accommodate changing priorities of the overall study.

To be considered, you will hold a degree in a relevant subject, or equivalent experience. You will also have proven experience in health research study administration, experience of collaborating with an interdisciplinary team, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and experience and understanding of issues related to dealing with confidential data.

This is a full time, fixed term post (part time considered) for 2 years.

The closing date for applications is noon on 4th of May 2023.

You will be required to upload a CV and a cover letter as part of your online application. The cover letter should clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description.

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