Job Description Senior Biostatistician /n/n Details ofthe role: 3 years fixed term, full-time. Working pattern: Monday –Friday. /n/n About us… /n/n The Francis Crick Institute is Europe’slargest biomedical research institute under one roof. Ourworld-class scientists and staff collaborate on vital research tohelp prevent, diagnose and treat illnesses such as cancer, heartdisease, infectious diseases and neurodegenerative conditions. /n/nAbout the role… /n/n In this role you will provide data analysis aspart of the Bioinformatics & Biostatistics platform to supportto the UCLH-Francis Crick Institute clinical Legacy study, workingwithin UKRI supported PROVAC consortium in partnership with theproject leads at the University of Cambridge. PROVAC aims toenhance the SARS-CoV-2 vaccine strain selection process bydeveloping models to predict which variants may emerge in thefuture and measure immune responses against this potential futureevolution. This will enable researchers to choose the variant ofthe virus to utilise in the next vaccine and provide the bestpossible future population protection. /n/n You will supportanalysis of metadata and new experimental data within the PROVACcentralised data repository. Utilising a number of programming,statistical and data analysis techniques, you will analyse datafrom participants in the UCLH-Crick Legacy study, where theirclinical data is linked to a variety of measurements produced bytechnologies such as the latest high throughput genomictechnologies and multi-parameter serological data. A strength ofthe Legacy study is its rich metadata (including vaccinationhistory, infection episodes), in combination of differentlaboratory results: nasopharyngeal PCRs, viral sequencing; a suiteof serological testing; and increasingly assessment of the cellularresponses to infection and vaccination. /n/n What you will bedoing… /n/n As a Senior Biostatistician in the Bioinformatics &Biostatistics platform at the Crick, you will: /n/n /n/t - Workcollaboratively across the PROVAC collaboration to co-designexperiments, formulate analysis plans and interpret results. /n/t -Perform standard and advanced analyses of high-dimensional,data-intensive and complex research questions across the biomedicalresearch spectrum using bioinformatics, biostatistics, machinelearning and AI approaches. /n/t - Empower biologists to understandtheir datasets, using our broad training portfolio to enable datacuriosity and develop analytical skills. /n/t - Design innovativeapproaches for recurrent and novel projects, and deploycorresponding tools internally, across PROVAC and beyond. /n /n/nAbout you… /n/n You will bring… /n/n /n/t - A degree in a relevantsubject with an extensive analytical component. E.g., mathematics,biostatistics, epidemiology, bioinformatics, or related fields./n/t - Advanced proficiency in R or Python programming. /n/t -Experience applying statistical analysis techniques to solvecomplex data analysis problems in a collaborative biologicalresearch environment. /n/t - Experience in data curation,pre-processing, and management especially with large biomedicaldatasets. /n/t - Experience in running bioinformatics analysissoftware on an HPC system. /n/t - Basic knowledge of molecularbiology. /n/t - Proficiency in data visualisation tools (e.g.,ggplot2 in R, Seaborn in Python) to effectively communicateresearch findings. /n /n/n To see the complete job descriptionclick here. /n/n To see more about team click here. /n/n AboutWorking at the Crick… /n/n Our values /n/n Everyone who works atthe Crick has a valuable role to play in advancing the Crick’smission and shaping our culture! /n/n /n/t - We are bold. We makespace for creative, dynamic and imaginative ideas and approaches.We’re not afraid to do things differently. /n /n/n /n/t - We areopen. We’re highly collaborative and interactive, and make sure ouractivities are visible to the outside world. /n /n/n /n/t - We arecollegial. We show respect for one another, work cooperatively andsupport the wider community. /n /n/n At the Francis CrickInstitute, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential todriving innovation and scientific discovery. We are committed tocreating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, andempowered to succeed, regardless of their background, identity, orpersonal circumstances. We actively encourage applications fromindividuals of all genders, ethnicities, abilities, andexperiences. We want to ensure that everyone can apply and be partof our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonableadjustments if you need them - just let us know when you apply. Ifyou need assistance with applying (i.e., would like to apply byphone or post) please email: /n/n To findout more about life at the Crick click here. /n/n What will youreceive? /n/n At the Francis Crick Institute, we value our teammembers and are proud to offer an extensive range of benefits tosupport their well-being and development: /n/n /n/t - Visas:Applicants for this role will be eligible for sponsorship to workin the UK /n/t - Generous Leave: 28 days of annual leave, plusthree additional days over Christmas and bank holidays. /n /n/n/n/t - Pension Scheme: Defined contribution pension with employercontributions of up to 16%. /n /n/n /n/t - Health & Well-being:/n /n/n /n/t - 24/7 GP consultation services. /n /n/n /n/t -Occupational health services and mental health support programs. /n/n/n /n/t - Eye care vouchers and discounted healthcare plans. /n/n/n /n/t - Work-Life Balance: /n /n/n /n/t - Back-up care fordependents. /n /n/n /n/t - Childcare support allowance. /n /n/n/n/t - Annual leave purchase options. /n/t - Crick Networksoffering diverse groups’ support, community and inclusive socialevents. /n /n/n /n/t - Perks: /n /n/n /n/t - Discounted gymmemberships, bike-to-work scheme, and shopping discounts. /n /n/n/n/t - Subsidised on-site restaurant and social spaces for teaminteraction. /n /n/n /n/t - Development & Recognition:Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure withperformance-linked progression. /n /n/n Find out what benefits theCrick has to offer: /n/n For more information on our great pay andbenefits package please click here: [...] /n/n Equality, Diversity& Inclusion: /n/n We welcome applications from all backgrounds.We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities,regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, sexual orientation,gender identity, religion, pregnancy, age, disability, or civilpartnership, marital or family status. We particularly welcomeapplications from people who are Minority Ethnic as they arecurrently underrepresented in the Crick at this level. /n/nDiversity is essential to excellence in scientific endeavour. Itincreases breadth and perspective, leading to more innovation andcreativity. We want the Crick to be a place where everyone feelsvalued and where diversity is celebrated and seen as part of thefoundation for our Institute’s success. /n/n The Crick is committedto creating equality of opportunity and promoting diversity andinclusivity. We all share in the responsibility to actively promotedignity, respect, inclusivity and equal treatment and it is our aimto ensure that these principles are reflected and implemented inall strategies, policies and practices. /n/n Read more on ourwebsite: [...]
