Research Assistant/Research Associate in Public Health Economic Modelling

Job description:

We have an exciting opportunity in the School of Medicine and Population Health for a Research Assistant or a Research Associate to join the research team at the cutting edge of public health economic modelling.

This role will involve working on both applied and methodological research projects focused on screening policies that could be implemented by the National Screening Committee in England across various clinical areas.

As part of the team, you will:

1. Contribute to projects focused on modelling screening interventions and their evaluation.
2. Write proposals for future research and consultancy.
3. Disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and academic conferences.
4. Engage with policy, practice stakeholders, and the public.
5. Develop your own methodological research interests.
6. Contribute to the delivery of Masters-level teaching.
7. Supervise postgraduate research students.

Candidates should possess a Master's and PhD (for the Research Associate role) or a Master's degree (for the Research Assistant position), or equivalent work experience, in a relevant quantitative discipline such as mathematics, operational research, statistics, or economics. Ideally, you will have an emerging track record of peer-reviewed publications and research impact, as well as experience in modelling screening interventions.

The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university.

We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more.