Pandemic Sciences Institute, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY
We have an exciting opportunity for a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Pandemic Sciences to join our vibrant research environment at Pandemic Sciences Institute, Nuffield Department of Medicine.
As the Postdoctoral Research Scientist, you will be performing independent research on the topic of AI/ML and Infectious Disease Epidemiology, publishing this work in peer-reviewed scientific journals, and representing the group at external scientific and public health policy meetings. You will be tasked with preparing working theories and analysing qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining theories as appropriate. You will be responsible for developing ideas for generating research income and presenting detailed research proposals to senior researchers as well as contributing ideas for new research projects. You will be teaching or undertaking ad-hoc paid teaching (this may include lecturing, demonstrating, small group teaching, tutoring of undergraduates and graduate students, and supervision of projects). You will also be responsible for representing the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone.
To be successful in this role, you will hold a PhD/DPhil (or close to completion) in a computational subject (e.g., statistical epidemiology, computational statistics) along with sufficient specialist knowledge in genomic and epidemiological modelling. You will have previous experience in leading and contributing to publications/presentations and be able to collaborate with international colleagues during heath crises and emergencies. You will also have excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings.
Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.
This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 3 years and is funded by AstraZeneca Donation.
Only applications received before 12 midday on 28 October 2024 will be considered. Please quote 175912 on all correspondence.
Contact Person : Phoebe Astbury Vacancy ID : 175912 Contact Phone : 01865 287775 Closing Date & Time : 28-Oct-2024 12:00 Pay Scale : RESEARCH GRADE 7 Contact Email : [email protected] Salary (£) : Grade 7: Salary in range £37,524 - £45,763 per annum. This is inclusive of a pensionable Oxford University Weighting of £1,500 per year (pro rata).