Research Associate: Applied Health Research

FTC until Sept 2026 Full time position – part time considered Agile working (blend of home and office based)/ Arrangements for job share would be considered. The Opportunity This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join the healthy working life team within Keele University’s School of Medicine. The post is to conduct state-of-the-art statistical analysis that focuses on health and work inequalities. It involves building and analysing datasets, using health expectancy methods to estimate healthy working life expectancy for the general population and sub-populations. We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented statistician/epidemiologist to conduct state-of-the art statistical analyses for projects funded by the Nuffield Foundation and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR). The successful candidate will work with the team to build datasets and analyse the role of health, work and socio-demographic factors on the amount of time people are healthy and in work and how this will change in the future. This role will also involve dissemination to a wide range of stakeholder, including policymakers, in addition to manuscript preparation and conference presentations. The role will also include contributing as an online tutor for the online Master of Public Health course. Appointment will be made at Grade 7 based on experience and skills and we would welcome all applicants with a background in statistics and epidemiology or a health related subject. Applicants must also have a PhD or equivalent. The Benefits The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:   Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine) Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave   Excellent staff pension scheme    Access to continued personal, professional and career development    On site ‘outstanding’ nursery     Discounted health & fitness facilities on site   Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility) Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above. The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.  The University Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience.  With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research.  Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/ Keele University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN charter, and values equality and diversity across our workforce.  How to Apply For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please click on the 'Apply' button above. Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link. Previous applicants need not apply. For informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Ross Wilkie (r.wilkie@keele.ac.uk).  Applications to this address will not be accepted.  Closing Date: 31 January 2024. Interviews will be held: 19 February 2024.