Trials Methodologist/Senior Trials Methodologist

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Key Information

Salary: Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience.

This role may eligible for ICR Sponsorship. Support will be provided for costs associated with Visa application. If you are considering relocating to the UK, further information can be found here.

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 24 months

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time), part time working (minimum 60% FTE) will be considered.

Location: Sutton

Closing Date: 11 May 2025

Job Details

The Clinical Trials and Statistics Unit at The Institute of Cancer Research (ICR-CTSU) is expanding its statistical and methodology team.

We want to hear from you if you:

• Enjoy the challenge of researching, developing, and implementing efficient trial methodology that would make a difference in patients' lives.
• Seek variety in your work and opportunities to apply your statistical knowledge across multiple therapeutic areas in oncology.
• Thrive on being part of a multi-disciplinary research team with like-minded statisticians.

Applications are now open for a Trials Methodologist/Senior Trials Methodologist position to join our team of over 20 statisticians. The post offers an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic and well-motivated statistician to work in a dynamic and supportive academic environment at a leading cancer clinical trials unit.

Key Requirements

The successful applicant will be an experienced and highly motivated statistician interested in researching new statistical methods to improve efficiency in clinical trials and eager to apply their statistical knowledge across various therapeutic areas in oncology. The successful applicant will have a post-graduate qualification in statistics. They should demonstrate a solid understanding of clinical trials and experience in applying statistical methods to real-world data. Familiarity with Bayesian statistics is highly desirable. Effective oral and written communication skills, as well as enthusiasm for collaborating with others from diverse disciplines, are essential.

Department/Directorate Information

ICR-CTSU manages an exciting portfolio of national and international phase II and III clinical trials and an expanding number of early phase I/II cancer trials. You will contribute in shaping the development of methodological innovations and implementing efficient methods in new and ongoing trials, with a specific focus in early phase and adaptive trials. You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on trials methodology research and on the statistical development, oversight, and analysis of a number of clinical trials within ICR-CTSU's portfolio and early phase portfolio in collaboration with external organisation and the Drug Development Unit.

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role.

This is an office based role. Requests for hybrid working (splitting time between our Sutton site and home) may be considered following successful completion of key training and if the role allows. Flexible working options may be considered.

For informal discussion about the Trial Methodologist/Senior Trial Methodologist post, please contact Professor Christina Yap and Dr Jan Rekowski, email: [email protected] and [email protected].

For general queries about the recruitment process, please contact ICR-CTSU, email: [email protected].

About The Institute of Cancer Research

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At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work.

Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back - if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.