Research Associate in Biostatistics

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The Role
We're pleased to announce a new role based within Newcastle University's Biostatistics Research Group (BRG, www.newcastle-biostatistics.com). Funding is available for a Research Associate to work on developing and applying innovative biostatistics methods for clinical trials. The postholder will have the opportunity to develop their own research projects for funding (for example through fellowships or project grant applications).

The BRG is a dynamic group of 30 applied and methodological biostatisticians who work together to develop and implement state-of-the-art statistical methods in health research. The role will be based in our offices on the University main campus. In alignment with Newcastle University's flexible working policies, this position allows for a blended working arrangement. You will have the opportunity to work from home for up to half of your working week, providing a balanced work environment.

We're looking for an individual who has (or is soon to receive) a PhD in a statistical subject (equivalently, for candidates without a PhD, a period of relevant research experience together with a relevant masters). We are especially interested in individuals with research experience in methods for innovative trial design (e.g. adaptive designs, borrowing information from within or from outside a trial) or in methods for analysing complex longitudinal outcomes. Applications from applicants with other relevant research expertise is also welcome.

The role will report to Professor James Wason, who you will meet with regularly. You will also take part in regular team meetings and collaborate with individuals within and external to the group. There will be opportunities to get involved in supervision of PhD students and mentor more junior colleagues.

We are looking for an individual who is ambitious to achieve results, who works well with others and who is willing to be involved to maintain and improve our positive research culture.

This post is fixed-term until 30/11/2026 in the first instance.

For informal enquiries contact: james.wason@newcastle.ac.uk.

Find out more about the Faculty of Medical Sciences here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/.

Find out more about our Research Institutes here: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/medical-sciences/research/institutes/.

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