Research Associate in Osteoarthritis Biostatistics

About the role:

Would you like to join a research group working towards prediction and new treatments for one of the most common medical conditions?

We are seeking an experienced post-doctoral researcher with expertise and experience in biostatistics to join Dr Fiona Watt’s Osteoarthritis Research Group. This role drives research seeking to transform the lives of people living with osteoarthritis.

This research focuses on whether female sex (a major risk factor for osteoarthritis) and specifically post-menopausal osteoarthritis provide additional opportunities to understand and stratify/subgroup the condition, towards successful translation including clinical trials in the area.

The role is supported by Arthritis UK, via its recently funded osteoarthritis consortium.

What you would be doing:

You will plan, design and carry out the statistical analysis of molecular and clinical data, working both independently and collaborating with other researchers to contribute to the delivery of research objectives. You will present findings in a variety of ways, including at regular internal and external consortium meetings, and writing and submitting publications. You will participate in our group’s wider programme of research, helping to guide the work of others in the team.

What we are looking for:

You have the drive, skills and experience to take a leading role in this research, analysis and beyond. You will already have extensive practical experience in organising and analysing complex or large ‘omics datasets, including proteomic datasets such as SomaScan or expression datasets as well as clinical data.

You enjoy working independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary group that puts patient benefit at the heart of what we do. This includes involving patients and other stakeholders in our research.

You are able to develop and apply new concepts and approach problem-solving creatively. You have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and advanced computer programming and statistical analysis skills including R.

What we can offer you:

• Exciting project-focused work which spans molecular and clinical data to further cutting edge translational research in this area.
• A chance to work alongside field-leading researchers at Imperial, Oxford and beyond.
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• As a member of research staff you have 10 development days to use to develop your skills and explore your career prospects.
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing.

Further Information

Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have not yet been officially awarded will be appointed as a Research Assistant.

This is a full-time role. It is a fixed term for 24 months with potential opportunity to extend.

A hybrid working pattern would be considered. We are a predominantly office-based group to maximise collaboration and aim for a minimum of 3 days in person working per week.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact Dr Fiona Watt - f.watt@imperial.ac.uk    

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