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Join the Big Data Institute as a Statician, and play a pivotal role in advancing the analysis of functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) data. Working under the guidance of Dr. Habib Ganjgahi, you will focus on developing computationally scalable methods for analyzing imaging data, designing simulation studies to validate models, and applying these techniques to real-world datasets, including the UK Biobank.

 

In this role, you will develop a hierarchical Bayesian model that captures spatial dependencies and sparsity in fMRI data. You will extend threshold-free cluster enhancement methods to improve spatial specificity in voxel-wise analyses and design rigorous validation processes through simulation studies. Additionally, you will collaborate with the research team to create reproducible analytical tools, troubleshoot technical challenges, and contribute to the dissemination of results through publications and presentations.

 

To be successful in this role, you will hold a Masters degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computing, or a related field. You will have demonstrable expertise in statistical methods and programming, along with experience drafting academic manuscripts and presenting research findings. Strong organisational and time-management skills are essential to meet project deadlines.

 

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online and you will be required to upload a supporting statement and CV as part of your online application. Your supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience.

 

This position is offered full time on a fixed term contract for 12 months and is funded by Novartis.

 

Only applications received before 12 midday on Monday 13 January 2025 will be considered. Please quote 176601 on all correspondence.

 
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Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term contract for 12 months Funding is provided by Novartis Reporting to Dr Habib Ganjgahi, Senior Research Fellow Vacancy reference 176601 Additional information This role meets the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Certificate of Sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. About us • • • What we offer https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave • A pensionable Oxford University Weighting allowance of £1,500 per annum (pro rata) • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs • A welcoming and diverse community University of Oxford - www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation Nuffield Department of Medicine (NDM) - https://www.ndm.ox.ac.uk Unit – www.bdi.ox.ac.uk The role We are seeking an enthusiastic Researcer to join the Big Data Institute reporting to Dr. Habib Ganjgahi, your aim will be to develop computationally sacalable methods for anylysing functional magnetic resonace (fMRI) imagine date, you will also design and simulation study to validate the models and apply the model to real data. You will develop a scalable hierarchical Bayesian model that takes into account spatial dependency and sparsity of fMRI data, extend the threshold free cluster enhancement to boost spatial specificity of voxel-wise analyses of brain imaging data and apply the developed model to UKBiobank data. You will also conduct simulation studies to validate the model. Responsibilities You will: • • • • • • • • • • • • • Check, validate and clean data. Develop new variant of threshold free cluster enhancement statistics to boost spatial specificity of voxel-wise analyses of brain imaging data. Provide and conduct statistical analysis plans for studies and undertake day to day planning of work Develop or tailor analytical tools and resources appropriate to the work in collaboration with members of the research team Develop a scalable method for analysing fMRI data that does variable selection and models spatial dependency of data. Provide validation plans for developed methods using simulation studies and undertake day to day planning of work. Build and develop reproducible analytical tools that can be shared with applied researchers Identify and troubleshoot technical or scientific problems. Write up the developed methods and results which may be used for relevant sections of manuscripts, presentations and other means of disseminating results. Attend scientific seminars, meetings and training as appropriate. Contribute ideas and communicate effectively with database experts and scientific programmers Participate in and support the public engagement and widening access activities of the Department and the University. This is anticipated to be not more than 2 days per year. Undertake mandatory training as required by the University, Division and Department. The specific list of training courses may change from time-to-time, in response to both legal and internal University requirements. Selection criteria Essential • • • • Hold a Masters Degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computing, or a related subject Demonstrated experience and ability in statistics Proficiency in the use of statistical programming languages Ability to draft section of manuscripts for publication and present statistical results at conferences 1 • Demonstrated ability to organise and prioritise work efficiently whilst delivering results to the required standard and to an agreed schedule Desirable • Previous research experience Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks 2 How to apply Applications are made through our e-recruitment system and you will find all the information you need about how to apply on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. If you would like to apply, click on the Apply Now button on the ‘Job Details’ page and follow the onscreen instructions to register as a new user or log-in if you have applied previously. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. 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