Senior Research Associate (Fixed Term)

The Department of Radiology is the Co-Lead in the recently launched IHR-funded EDITH trial ('Early Detection using Information Technology in Health'). The £11m trial is part of the Government's Plan for Change to shape a new plan to cut lives lost to cancer. Nearly 660,000 women across the UK will take part in this world-leading trial. Researchers will evaluate how AI tools can enhance early detection of breast cancer during routine NHS breast cancer screenings.

We are seeking a highly skilled Medical Imaging Data Specialist with a strong academic background and experience working with the NHS. The ideal candidate will have expertise in conducting AI evaluations in healthcare, managing medical imaging workflows, facilitating the secure transfer of imaging data across different NHS Trusts, collaborating with industry partners and developing AI.

Appointment at Senior Research Associate level is dependent on significant experience as a postdoctoral research associate or equivalent, with proven impact from authored publications.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available until 30 June 2029 in the first instance. 

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment. This appointment also requires a Research Passport application.

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role. If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

Closing date: 30th April 2025

Interview date: To be confirmed

Please quote reference RQ45742 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

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