Senior Research Associate in Molecular Epidemiology
University of Bristol - Bristol Medical School
| Location: | Bristol, Hybrid |
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| Salary: | £43,482 to £50,253 Grade: J / Pathway 2, per annum |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 15th May 2026 |
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| Closes: | 31st May 2026 |
| Job Ref: | ACAD108581 |
The role
We are seeking a talented and enthusiastic postdoctoral scientist with experience and a track record in molecular epidemiology. The successful applicant will join our world-leading and highly collaborative multi-disciplinary team of cancer population research scientists at the University of Bristol, based within our Cancer Research UK-funded Obesity-related Cancer Epidemiology Programme (OCEP).
Hybrid working is available: an expectation to be on campus for in-person meetings as required.
What will you be doing?
This role will be based within Work package 1: ‘Biological Mechanisms’ and will investigate key mechanisms linking body-fat distribution to cancer and examine the impact of adiposity across population subgroups (e.g. diverse ethnicities) and cancer subtypes, applying causal inference methods within large-scale population studies.
The postholder will be encouraged to develop their own research ideas within the programme; given the opportunity to contribute to teaching and postgraduate training; and will be supported in their career progression. A range of training courses are available, and we actively encourage continuing professional development within the post. Please see this link for further information on some of the courses available: Short courses | Bristol Medical School | University of Bristol.
You should apply if you have:
- Understanding of molecular epidemiological concepts and population health science.
- Detailed knowledge of population-based statistical methods to analyse large, multidimensional datasets.
- Experience of collaborating and corresponding with multiple studies.
- Experience of working on large-scale epidemiological and bioinformatic analysis, including genetic, ‘omic and causal inference methods.
Additional information
Contract type: Open ended with funding for 4 years (max end date 31/01/2031)
Work pattern: Full time/ 1.0FTE
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on 31/05/2026
For informal queries please contact: Prof. Emma Vincent (Professor of Molecular Metabolism) emma.vincent@bristol.ac.uk
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- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences - October 2024.pdf
- ACAD108581 - SRA in Molecular Epidemiology JD.pdf
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