Medical Statistician University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time permanent Medical Statistician to join the UKCRC registered Derby Clinical Trials Support Unit (Derby CTSU). The Derby CTSU actively supports high quality, multi-centre studies in a variety of disease areas sponsored by UK-based and international Sponsors.At Derby CTSU we improve lives by supporting high-quality, innovative research and medical statistics is an essential element in achieving our vision. Reporting to the Head of Medical Statistics and Data Management, you will play a major role in running a statistical consultancy service for researchers. You will support the investigators in designing their trials, including but not limited to sample size estimations, study methodology and outcomes, randomisation method, and statistical analysis methods. You will contribute in the development of funding applications, undertake statistical analysis of the trials and write statistical reports for publications. In addition, you will develop and deliver courses on statistical aspects of research, particularly to those new to research.We are seeking an enthusiastic and creative individual, who will be able to work flexibly and contribute to the further development of a registered Clinical Trials Unit. You will be a good team member with a strong work ethic and motivation for continuous personal development.Key Requirements of the role:• You will possess at least an MSc in Medical Statistics or equivalent degree.• You must have experience in working in a variety of trial designs as a medical statistician in a CTU or similar organisation in UK.• You must have appropriate IT knowledge and experience in at least one of the major statistical packages (e.g. STATA) and excellent communication skills.• Excellent written and verbal communication and organisational skills are essential to this post.In return we will offer:• Friendly, supportive and caring colleagues.• A variety of flexible working options in terms of working hours to suit your needs and lifestyle, including regular working from home. All the necessary equipment and software for remote working is in place.• Development opportunities, including both professional and personal development.• Networking opportunities with academic institutions, SME’s and UKCRC Registered Clinical Trials Units Network• Support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.• A variety of other staff benefits including NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave entitlement, employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes.Key facts about our Derby CTSU and the Trust:• UKCRC Clinical Trials Network registered CTU.• Providing statistical service to all disease areas.• Derby CTSU supports variety of study designs and methodologies.• Every day our hospitals see more than 4,000 outpatients.• We employ 12,000 staff across our 5 hospital sites.Join us and become a key part of #TeamUHDB @DerbyCTSU.Closing Date for applications: 07 June 2020Interview Date: 16 June 2020Due to the Government’s announcement on Monday 23rdMarch for a total lock down in the UK due to the coronavirus and stopping all none essential travel the Trust will be carrying out Microsoft Teams interviews until further noticeThis advert closes on Sunday 7 Jun 2020