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Applications are invited for a Medical Statistician to join our growing Trial Statistics team in the Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary project team, and to contribute to the design and conduct of clinical trials. You will hold a Postgraduate degree in statistics supported by a publication record and be fluent with study design, analysis and presentation of statistical trial data. The post will also have the opportunity to work on methodology projects. You will be based in the Gibson Building, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity for occasional remote working. You will be able to discuss remote working with your line manager. The position is offered full-time and fixed-term for two years in the first instance. Two posts are available, both are available for either two years, or until 30 September 2026 for one post, and 31 January 2027 for the other, whichever is earlier, depending on when the successful candidate is able to start. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Dr Jane Holmes jane.holmes@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is **12:00** **noon on Wednesday 29 May 2024.** Interviews are expected to be held on 20 June 2024.
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Applications are invited for the role of Postgraduate Research Programmes Coordinator to work primarily on the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences' DPhil programmes. With around 70 DPhil students on course in the department at any one time, this is a busy and important role within the department’s operational Postgraduate Programme Team. The postholder will report to the Graduate Studies Officer, who in turn reports to the Head of Programmes. The Postgraduate Research Programmes Coordinator will support the Graduate Studies Officer (GSO) in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) in the administrative planning and delivery of the annual PGR (post-graduate research) student admissions cycle in the department. This includes assisting the GSO in all matters relating to student recruitment and student selection. You will support the GSO with all on-course student processes and will be responsible for minute taking, agendas and distribution of papers for the committees for which the GSO is the administrative lead. The postholder will also manage the administration of the department’s Academic Clinical Fellows (ACFs), including organising networking events for them where necessary. You will have previous administration experience, ideally in the academic sector, and have proven organisational skills, with demonstrable ability to take the initiative, multi-task, pay attention to detail and prioritise your own work, including coping with busy periods. You will also have excellent skills in MS office applications; and an ability to work well independently and within a team. Experience of organising events would be an advantage. This role is offered full-time and permanent. You will be based in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG. You will spend time in both our Radcliffe Primary Care building and the Gibson Building. You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” The closing date for applications is **12:00** **noon on Monday 20 May 2024.** Interviews are expected to take place the week commencing 17 June 2024.
Senior Researcher – Health Data Science, Epidemiology or Medical Statistics
Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title HR Assistant Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 4: £25,138 - £28,759 per annum (with a discretionary range to £31,396 per annum) Hours Full time (part time will also be considered with a minimum of 22 hours per week) Contract type Permanent Reporting to HR Team Leader Vacancy reference BZ24049 - 172801 Additional information This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points-based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route The role The HR Assistant role is an integral part of the department and as part of the HR team supports the delivery of an efficient and professional HR Service to all stakeholders. You will provide administrative support to the HR Operations Team. You will report to the HR Team Leader. This post encompasses aspects of recruitment and the employee lifecycle. The post is a key point of contact for various HR administrative matters. Responsibilities Support • Act as first point of contact for enquiries from employees, line managers and the general public by email and face to face, answering straightforward questions on the administration of HR processes or recruitment campaigns or redirecting queries as appropriate • Provide administrative support for the HR team Transactional • Implement University HR policies and procedures, providing data by running ad hoc reports from appropriate HR databases (e.g. PeopleXD and Teamseer) • Monitor probationary periods and highlight any issues • Manage the administration of recruitment exercises which will include; editing job advertisements to ensure that they comply with University guidance and best practice, placing advertisements, gathering information for visa applications where necessary, generating letters to applicants, and preparing short listing packs • Conduct new starter checks, prepare standard letters of appointment and contracts • Process the monthly casual payroll and overtime claims • Manage University card extensions, renewals and changes • Process Research passport applications Compliance • Accurately maintain all confidential personnel files in accordance with GDPR and Information Security policies • Update salary allocations changes within PeopleXD • Attend appropriate training on HR systems and procedures • Any other duties commensurate with the grade 2 Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Educated to GCSE level, or equivalent • Ability to work independently or as part of a team • Ability to clearly and accurately communicate processes and procedures verbally and in writing • Demonstrable ability to prioritise workload and produce accurate, detailed work within deadlines • Experience of providing a high level of customer service with accuracy and attention to detail • Experience of relevant administrative work including ability to use Microsoft Office and email • Awareness of Data protection and information security guidelines, and appropriate discretion when dealing with confidential information • Willingness to undertake professional development and training Desirable selection criteria • Experience of working in an HR team • Awareness of current employment law • Experience of working with an electronic HR system 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 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. 4 Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS HERG), which undertakes qualitative research into the patient experience including the Healthtalk research programme published on www.healthtalkonline.org. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care, and a new MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we will accept students to a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and to an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena SWAN Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena SWAN Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena SWAN award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some, including clinical teachers are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. 5 Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. For more information please visit: http://www.phc.ox.ac.uk Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: http://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ 6 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) If you are applying for a research post and you have had periods of working part-time, please indicate this on your CV or in your supporting statement. This will ensure that any outputs such as publications are fairly judged when considered alongside the expected outputs of full-time workers. Where posts are advertised full-time, we may be able to consider part-time working or job share arrangements depending on the requirements of the role. If you want to work part-time and this option is not expressly stated in the advert or job information, please email hr@phc.ox.ac.uk to enquire whether the role you are applying for might be available on a part-time basis. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not upload full published papers or certificates as part of your supporting documents. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@phc.ox.ac.uk. To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. 7 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 8 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Oxford Research Staff Society (OxRSS) A society run by and for Oxford University research staff. It offers researchers a range of social and professional networking opportunities. Membership is free, and all researchers employed by Oxford University are welcome to join. Subscribe at researchstaff-subscribe@maillist.ox.ac.uk to join the mailing list to find out about upcoming events and other information for researchers, or contact the committee on committee@oxrss.ox.ac.uk. For more information, see www.ox.ac.uk/oxrss, Twitter @ResStaffOxford, and Facebook www.facebook.com/oxrss. 9
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Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford
Applications are invited for a Senior Qualitative Researcher to contribute qualitative skills and social science expertise in exploring how to translate good ideas from research into sustainable improvements in cancer detection across health systems. They will form part of the core research team with PIs Dr Brian Nicholson, Dr Juliet Usher-Smith and Dr Anna Dowrick on a new project evaluating initiatives to improve colorectal cancer detection across the UK. The successful applicant will hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or near completion) with a background in health services and/or social science research. The position will suit someone with methodological interests in co-design and ethnography, curiosity about theories of change in health systems, and a desire to make a real difference in delivering sustainable and equitable improvements in cancer outcomes. You will have a track-record of excellence in qualitative research, and will be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who is able to manage their own time. You will be based in Radcliffe Primary Care, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work and you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager if you wish. The position is fixed-term until 31 March 2026 in the first instance and is offered full-time. There is flexibility for part-time and remote working. We will consider underfilling the role at grade 7 if candidates with potential but less experience do not meet all the essential criteria. For further information or discuss the post please contact Dr Anna Dowrick (anna.dowrick@phc.ox.ac.uk) “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Wednesday 12 June 2024.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Assistant to join the HR Team within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences. We are a busy and friendly HR Team and this role is an integral part of the department, supporting the delivery of an efficient and professional HR service to all stakeholders. You will make a difference to the exceptional research and teaching our staff deliver by being part of our supportive and reliable admin team. **The role** This post is an excellent development opportunity for an individual to step into an HR role or to develop within their HR career. You will develop practical HR knowledge, including aspects of recruitment and the employee lifecycle. You will provide administrative support to the HR Operations Team and be a key point of contact for various HR administrative matters. You will be based in the Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager. This post is full-time (part-time working will also be considered, with a minimum of 22 hours per week) and permanent. **About you** You will have the ability to work independently or as part of a team and to clearly and accurately communicate processes and procedures verbally and in writing. The ability to prioritise workload, experience of providing a high level of customer service with accuracy and attention to detail and experience of relevant administrative work are also essential. **The application process** You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. For an informal chat about the post, please contact Delphine Vaneecke, HR Team Leader, delphine.vaneecke@phc.ox.ac.uk. “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” The closing date for applications is **12** **noon on Tuesday 4 June 2024** **.** Interviews are expected to be held on **Tuesday 18 June 2024**. _Please note: This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don ’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route._
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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Senior Researcher – Health Data Science, Epidemiology or Medical Statistics Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 8: £45,585 - £54,395 per annum (with a discretionary range to £59,421 per annum) Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term until 30 June 2026 in the first instance Reporting to Prof Simon de Lusignan, Professor of Primary Care & Clinical Informatics + Dr Jose Ordonez-Mena, Senior Statistician Vacancy reference BZ24031 - 172397 Research topic Health Data Science, Epidemiology or Medical Statistics Principal Investigator / Prof Simon de Lusignan, Professor of Primary Care & Clinical Informatics + Dr Jose Ordonez-Mena, Senior Statistician supervisor Project team Clinical Informatics and Health Outcomes Research group Project web site https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/groups-and-centres/clinicalinformatics-and-health-outcomes Funding partner The funds supporting this role are provided by a portfolio of research projects. Recent publications https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=de+lusignan&sort=date The role We are looking to recruit a Senior Researcher to work as part of our team the Clinical informatics and Health Outcomes Research Group (ORCHID ::: Oxford-RCGP RSC). The applicant should have a keen interest to work with large primary care datasets (>19 million contemporary population), linked to other data including hospitalisation. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with experience in data management, health data science, medical statistics, epidemiology or a related discipline. We would welcome applications from people with advanced data science, epidemiological or statistical skills who would like to work with large real world health datasets. The successful applicant will take responsibility for some aspects of project work and must be willing and able to make academic judgement, offering original and creative thoughts and be able to conduct, interpret and analyse results. Current research focuses on several disease areas including flu, COVID-19 and RSV surveillance and vaccine effectiveness. We also have a cardiometabolic theme and conduct research on diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney and liver disease and other long-term conditions as well as consultation behaviours. The post provides an outstanding opportunity to undertake and publish high impact quantitative work using electronic health data. The successful applicant will also have a track record of or willingness to learn new methodologies, developing statistical models. They will have a good working knowledge of modern applied statistical techniques, and analysing routine health care data sets. Experience of working with SQL, in AWS and its native tools would be of interest but not essential for the role. Knowledge of a statistical programming language, preferably R as it is desirable. The post holder will report to Prof Simon de Lusignan and Dr Jose Ordonez-Mena. The post holder will be encouraged to develop research ideas and apply for research/programme grants under supervision of the line manager. They will also be able to present their work at scientific and other meetings. You will be expected to line manage junior post-doctoral researchers in the group, lead your own area of research, lead or coordinate the write-up of research grants with the help of the team, and contribute to the teaching and supervision of MSc and DPhil students in the research group. Funding is available until 30 June 2026 in the first instance. Responsibilities • Data management and manipulation of large and complex relational databases, including adapting existing methods and developing new approaches • Draft or write research articles for high-impact peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and reviews, present papers at conferences, and lead seminars to disseminate research findings • To take an initiative in statistical modelling and analysis in key research projects such as vaccine safety and effectiveness, cardiovascular themes and diabetes, including developing high impact publications • To further develop the team’s research portfolio, by strengthening our research relationship with external collaborators • To supervise or co-supervise less experienced group members conducting other research projects, in particular offering assistance with technical aspects of the work pertaining to data analysis • To independently manage your academic and associated administrative duties, to prioritise your workload and meet deadlines • To develop in-depth knowledge of routine data available 2 • Assist, lead or coordinate grant proposals for new research to enhance the departmental research programme. • To collaborate with other members of the group, within the department, medical sciences division, and with international collaborators on relevant studies, as appropriate for meeting the research objectives • Manage own day to day research and administrative activities • Complete the Data Security and Protection Toolkit training and adhere to the strict regulations of the teams IG on data protection • Work with our information governance lead to ensure that process and procedures are in place to ensure compliance with Data Protection Legislation and information governance policy Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Advanced data skills, with the ability to clearly describe findings in writing. Whilst ideally this would be with health data, we are willing to consider other data experience. • Hold a PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in a relevant discipline, such as health data science, epidemiology, population health, computational biology, statistics, computer science or a similarly quantitative discipline. • Have a track record of learning new methodologies, developing statistical models, having a good working knowledge of different epidemiological study designs (e.g., case-control, cohort studies, or self-controlled case series), modern applied statistical techniques (e.g. propensity scores) and analysing routine health care data sets for research purposes • Strong data management skills (SQL programming preferred) and previous experience of large-scale data management, preferably in primary care, and/or other electronic medical records, administrative, or survey datasets • Excellent interpersonal skills, including effective communications with people from different scientific or clinical disciplines • Strong statistical programming skills in relevant packages such as R and Python • A track record of publishing work (as lead author) • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings • Ability to plan, implement and deliver programmes of work, in order to meet deadlines and manage academic research and associated activities, independently and as part of research team • To be able to demonstrate research potential and enthusiasm of the subject area Desirable selection criteria • Familiarity with Research Governance and experience with NHS ethics • Experience with supervising staff • Experience with leading and/or coordinating grant applications 3 Underfilling the Post Whilst the role is a Grade 8: £45,585 - £54,395 per annum, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at Grade 7: £36,024 - £44,263 per annum with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at the interview or appointment, where appropriate. 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 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. 4 Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG), which is a centre of excellence in qualitative research methods and conducts studies of experiences of health and illness, digital health and organisation and delivery of care. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. 5 Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care, and a new MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we will accept students to a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and to an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena Swan Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena Swan Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena Swan award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some, including clinical teachers are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. For more information please visit: http://www.phc.ox.ac.uk Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: http://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ 6 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) If you are applying for a research post and you have had periods of working part-time, please indicate this on your CV or in your supporting statement. This will ensure that any outputs such as publications are fairly judged when considered alongside the expected outputs of full-time workers. Where posts are advertised full-time, we may be able to consider part-time working or job share arrangements depending on the requirements of the role. If you want to work part-time and this option is not expressly stated in the advert or job information, please email hr@phc.ox.ac.uk to enquire whether the role you are applying for might be available on a part-time basis. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not upload full published papers or certificates as part of your supporting documents. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@phc.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. 7 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 8 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Oxford Research Staff Society (OxRSS) A society run by and for Oxford University research staff. It offers researchers a range of social and professional networking opportunities. Membership is free, and all researchers employed by Oxford University are welcome to join. Subscribe at researchstaff-subscribe@maillist.ox.ac.uk to join the mailing list to find out about upcoming events and other information for researchers, or contact the committee on committee@oxrss.ox.ac.uk. For more information, see www.ox.ac.uk/oxrss, Twitter @ResStaffOxford, and Facebook www.facebook.com/oxrss. 9
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Assistant to join the HR Team within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences. We are a busy and friendly HR Team and this role is an integral part of the department, supporting the delivery of an efficient and professional HR service to all stakeholders. You will make a difference to the exceptional research and teaching our staff deliver by being part of our supportive and reliable admin team. The role This post is an excellent development opportunity for an individual to step into an HR role or to develop within their HR career. You will develop practical HR knowledge, including aspects of recruitment and the employee lifecycle. You will provide administrative support to the HR Operations Team and be a key point of contact for various HR administrative matters. You will be based in the Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager. This post is full-time (part-time working will also be considered, with a minimum of 22 hours per week) and permanent. About you You will have the ability to work independently or as part of a team and to clearly and accurately communicate processes and procedures verbally and in writing. The ability to prioritise workload, experience of providing a high level of customer service with accuracy and attention to detail and experience of relevant administrative work are also essential. The application process You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. For an informal chat about the post, please contact Delphine Vaneecke, HR Team Leader, delphine.vaneecke@phc.ox.ac.uk. “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Tuesday 4 June 2024**.** Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 18 June 2024. Please note: This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route.
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Applications are invited for a Trial Administrator, to work with a team working with Prof Susan Jebb and Prof Paul Aveyard on research projects within the Health Behaviours team. The team focus is on improving public health through high-reach individual, behavioural interventions to help people who have poor diets, are overweight, or who smoke. The successful applicant will be working in the vibrant Health Behaviours team, supporting researchers who are running trials to look at new treatments for obesity. Responsibilities will include being responsible for the day-today administrative tasks, such as organising meetings, taking notes, managing supplies, as well as acting as a first point of contact for patients and GP staff. You will have experience of working in an administrative role, be able to use standard computer programs, including using databases and have excellent email and telephone communication skills. You do not need any pre-existing expertise in health or research. You will be based in the Health Behaviours Team, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity for occasional remote working. You will be able to discuss remote working with your line manager. This post is advertised as full-time, but applications for part-time are welcome, with a minimum of 20 hours per week. The position is offered for two years in the first instance. For further information or discuss the post please contact Dr Sarah Wane, sarah.wane@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Wednesday 22 May 2024. Interviews are expected to take place the week beginning 10 June 2024. Please note: This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points-based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route.
Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Trial Administrator Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 5: £28,759 - £33,966 per annum Hours Full time Part time may be offered with a minimum of 20 hours per week. Contract type Fixed-term for two years, with the possibility of extension. Reporting to Dr Sarah Wane, Senior Trial Manager Vacancy reference BZ23139A - 172371 Additional information This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route Research topic Diet and Obesity Principal Investigator / Prof Susan Jebb and Prof Paul Aveyard supervisor Project team Health Behaviours Project web site https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/research-themes/healthbehaviours-theme Funding partner The funds supporting these research projects are provided by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and the Novo Nordisk Foundation (NNF) https://theconversation.com/as-veganism-grows-in-popularity-somepeople-are-still-eating-meat-with-friends-could-a-social-omnivore-dietwork-for-you-199999 Recent publications https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-11529575/Trying-loseweight-Dont-bother-seeing-doctor.html https://theconversation.com/covid-vaccines-work-well-for-people-ofall-body-weights-but-underweight-and-obesity-remain-risk-factors-forsevere-disease-184677 The role This post is fixed term for two years, with the potential to be extended. The role is full-time, however, part-time hours will be considered. Candidates requiring flexible hours and/or hybrid working are welcome. We are looking to appoint an administrator who would like to make a difference to people’s health, especially in the lives of people living with obesity. You do not need any pre-existing expertise in health or research. This is an opportunity to use your administrative skills to identify better treatments for people with obesity and diabetes. The post will involve administrative support to researchers who are running trials to test whether new treatments for obesity are effective and to improve the treatment services available to patients. The trials include testing new dietary interventions, medications and weight-loss surgery. The post holder will be responsible for inputting data, speaking to patients and GP practice staff, processing invoices, taking meeting notes, ordering supplies (such as stationary and other trial related products), sending out and receiving post, organising calendars and other routine administrative aspects of the projects. This position is part of the friendly and supportive Health Behaviours research team. We work closely with the Oxford Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit (CTU) who support us with data management and statistics. Alongside administrative career pathways there are opportunities for progression towards a career in trials Responsibilities General • Responsible for the day-to-day administration tasks. • • Manage systems for effective team working including but not limited to those related to recruitment and induction of new staff, desk booking. Manage activities including storing and filing documentation, and managing and monitoring data in spreadsheets and databases, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues. 2 • • • • • • • Act as first point of contact for patients, research site staff and other study staff, responding efficiently and politely to telephone and email enquiries, seeking advice or forwarding them to other members of the study team to answer, as appropriate. Ensuring timely payment of study invoices including participant expenses Manage complicated itineraries for meetings and conferences, producing comprehensive briefing documentation. Make national/international travel arrangements and provide associated administrative support. Arrange meetings, including sourcing suitable venues, liaising with participants, prepare refreshments, book catering etc. Order study supplies as required, keeping excellent records of purchase orders for later reconciliation and liaise with the finance team to arrange purchase orders. Keep excellent records of all trial related activities. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • • • • • • • • • Experience of working in an administrative role in a professional setting Ability to use standard computer programs (for example, the use of Outlook, Excel and Word and video conferencing software such as MS Teams, Zoom, GoogleMeet) and experience of using a database Proven ability to learn new systems and procedures Self-motivated, proactive and able to organise and prioritise own work without regular supervision or detailed instructions Excellent communication skills, including a good telephone manner Ability to organise meetings and taking notes Demonstrate an ability to work effectively within a team and independently Methodical and accurate in collating and recording data with excellent record keeping ability Flexible and positive attitude Desirable selection criteria • • • Interest in nutrition and health-related behaviours (e.g. diet, smoking, activity) Experience of working in a healthcare or research setting Willingness to occasionally travel within the UK 3 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 Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks: • A satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the fact that the post holder will need to obtain a Research Passport to carry out research with NHS Patients. About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. 4 Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG), which is a centre of excellence in qualitative research methods and conducts studies of experiences of health and illness, digital health and organisation and delivery of care. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. 5 Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care and an MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we opened a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena Swan Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena Swan Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena Swan award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. For more information please visit: http://www.phc.ox.ac.uk Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: http://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ 6 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) If you are applying for a research post and you have had periods of working part-time, please indicate this on your CV or in your supporting statement. This will ensure that any outputs such as publications are fairly judged when considered alongside the expected outputs of full-time workers. Where posts are advertised full-time, we may be able to consider part-time working or job share arrangements depending on the requirements of the role. If you want to work part-time and this option is not expressly stated in the advert or job information, please email hr@phc.ox.ac.uk to enquire whether the role you are applying for might be available on a part-time basis. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not upload full published papers or certificates as part of your supporting documents. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@phc.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. 7 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 8 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. 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Applications are invited for a Medical Statistician to join our growing Trial Statistics team in the Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit. The successful applicant will be expected to work closely and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary project team, and to contribute to the design and conduct of clinical trials. You will hold a Postgraduate degree in statistics supported by a publication record and be fluent with study design, analysis and presentation of statistical trial data. The post will also have the opportunity to work on methodology projects. You will be based in the Gibson Building, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity for occasional remote working. You will be able to discuss remote working with your line manager. The position is offered full-time and fixed-term for two years in the first instance. Two posts are available, both are available for either two years, or until 30 September 2026 for one post, and 31 January 2027 for the other, whichever is earlier, depending on when the successful candidate is able to start. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Dr Jane Holmes jane.holmes@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Wednesday 29 May 2024. Interviews are expected to be held on 20 June 2024.
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Applications are invited for a Trial Administrator, to work with a team working with Prof Susan Jebb and Prof Paul Aveyard on research projects within the Health Behaviours team. The team focus is on improving public health through high-reach individual, behavioural interventions to help people who have poor diets, are overweight, or who smoke. The successful applicant will be working in the vibrant Health Behaviours team, supporting researchers who are running trials to look at new treatments for obesity. Responsibilities will include being responsible for the day-today administrative tasks, such as organising meetings, taking notes, managing supplies, as well as acting as a first point of contact for patients and GP staff. You will have experience of working in an administrative role, be able to use standard computer programs, including using databases and have excellent email and telephone communication skills. You do not need any pre-existing expertise in health or research. You will be based in the Health Behaviours Team, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity for occasional remote working. You will be able to discuss remote working with your line manager. This post is advertised as full-time, but applications for part-time are welcome, with a minimum of 20 hours per week. The position is offered for two years in the first instance. For further information or discuss the post please contact Dr Sarah Wane, sarah.wane@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is **12** **noon on Wednesday 22 May 2024.** Interviews are expected to take place the week beginning 10 June 2024. _Please note: This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points-based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don ’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route. _
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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Medical Statistician Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 7: £36,024 - £44,263 per annum (with a discretionary range up to £48,350 per annum) Hours Full time Fixed-term for two years. Contract type Two posts are available, both are available for either two years, or until 30 September 2026 for one post, and 31 January 2027 for the other, whichever is earlier, depending on when the successful candidate is able to start. Reporting to Dr Jane Holmes, Senior Statistician Vacancy reference BZ24023 - 172459 The role The post holder will work under the supervision of the Senior Medical Statisticians and the Lead Trial Statistician. The post holder will contribute to the design, analysis and presentation of results of PC-CTU projects and will have the opportunity to contribute to the design and methodology of adaptive clinical trials, and perform roles pertinent to a trial statistician of a platform trial. Responsibilities • Conduct simulations to evaluate the properties of trials and new methodologies. • Assist in the design and set up of research projects within a multi-disciplinary team including; the Chief Investigator, trial manager, data manager, and programmer. • Contribute to protocol development and ethics committee submissions. • Generate and validate randomisation schedules as required for PC-CTU studies. • Prepare statistical analysis plans. • Undertake statistical analyses (both interim and final analyses), and taking full responsibility for data analyses and data integrity. • Contribute to reports for trial Data and Safety Monitoring Committees (DSMC) and Trial Steering Committees (TSC). • Provide statistical monitoring of PC-CTU studies. • Adhere to the CTU’s Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and working procedures. • Contribute to the dissemination of research findings via peer reviewed publications and presentation at investigators meetings and national/international scientific meetings. • Contribute to the Department Statistics group by regularly attending and participating at the weekly meetings and related activities. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Postgraduate degree in statistics or equivalent experience supported by a publication record. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to work well in multidisciplinary teams. • Ability to explain complex statistical issues to non-statisticians. • Proficiency with statistical software such as R, Stata and/or SAS. • Experience of writing complex statistical code to run simulations. • Ability to work to very tight deadlines calmly and efficiently. • Ability to write up results of statistical analyses and contribute to peer-reviewed papers. • Ability to analyse problems, develop and test solutions, and make judgements. • Ability to work independently and to collaborate as part of a multi-disciplinary team. BZ24023_Medical Statistician_JD.docx 2 Desirable selection criteria • Experience with Bayesian statistics. • Familiar with all aspects of study design and analysis, and awareness of the latest statistical techniques. • Experience of working as a trial statistician supporting clinical trials or other well designed studies. • Experience of producing statistical reports and presenting results to DSMCs. • Experience of teaching statistics. • Experience of presenting trial findings or statistical methodology at national or international conferences. • Experience in or knowledge of adaptive design (e.g. platform trials) methods. Underfilling the Post Whilst the role is a grade 7 position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at grade 6 (£34,980 - £38,205 p.a.) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at the interview or appointment, where appropriate. 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 BZ24023_Medical Statistician_JD.docx 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. BZ24023_Medical Statistician_JD.docx 4 Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG), which is a centre of excellence in qualitative research methods and conducts studies of experiences of health and illness, digital health and organisation and delivery of care. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care, and a new MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we will accept students to a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and to an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena Swan Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena Swan Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena Swan award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some, including clinical teachers are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. BZ24023_Medical Statistician_JD.docx 5 Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. For more information please visit: http://www.phc.ox.ac.uk Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: http://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ BZ24023_Medical Statistician_JD.docx 6 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) If you are applying for a research post and you have had periods of working part-time, please indicate this on your CV or in your supporting statement. This will ensure that any outputs such as publications are fairly judged when considered alongside the expected outputs of full-time workers. Where posts are advertised full-time, we may be able to consider part-time working or job share arrangements depending on the requirements of the role. If you want to work part-time and this option is not expressly stated in the advert or job information, please email hr@phc.ox.ac.uk to enquire whether the role you are applying for might be available on a part-time basis. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not upload full published papers or certificates as part of your supporting documents. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@phc.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. 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For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 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Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Oxford Research Staff Society (OxRSS) A society run by and for Oxford University research staff. It offers researchers a range of social and professional networking opportunities. Membership is free, and all researchers employed by Oxford University are welcome to join. Subscribe at researchstaff-subscribe@maillist.ox.ac.uk to join the mailing list to find out about upcoming events and other information for researchers, or contact the committee on committee@oxrss.ox.ac.uk. For more information, see www.ox.ac.uk/oxrss, Twitter @ResStaffOxford, and Facebook www.facebook.com/oxrss. BZ24023_Medical Statistician_JD.docx 9
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Applications are invited for a Research Assistant, to work with a team working with Dr Rachel Pechey on a research programme testing interventions to encourage healthier and more sustainable food purchasing and consumption. The post is embedded in the thriving Health Behaviours team in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS). The team work on interventions to prevent or treat ill-health by intervening on diet, obesity, and smoking. We have a strong track record of applied research that can benefit patients and lead to changes in the health system. NDPCHS research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians or public health physicians, together with academics from a range of other disciplines including behavioural and social sciences, and humanities. Our research covers the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, cancer, infectious diseases and childhood illnesses, obesity, poor diet and smoking. We focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The successful applicant will be part of a group working to test the impact of interventions to encourage healthier and more sustainable food purchasing and consumption, conducted in online studies and field trials. The postholder would support colleagues with quantitative data collection, analysis, and write-up, as well as administrative tasks. You will have a relevant master’s degree (or be close to completion), along with some specialist knowledge in nutrition, psychology, epidemiology or behavioural sciences, and strong quantitative skills. You will also need to be able to manage your own research and administrative activities, and have excellent communication and teamwork skills. You will be based in the Radcliffe Primary Care Building or Gibson Building of the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity for occasional remote working. The position is offered full-time (part-time considered with a minimum of 18.75 hours a week – 0.5FTE) and fixed term for two years in the first instance. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Rachel Pechey rachel.pechey@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is **12:00** **noon on Wednesday 22 May 2024** Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 17 June 2024.
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We are looking to recruit a Senior Researcher to work as part of our team the Clinical informatics and Health Outcomes Research Group (ORCHID ::: Oxford-RCGP RSC). The successful applicant should have a keen interest to work with large primary care datasets (>19 million contemporary population), linked to other data including hospitalisation. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with experience in data management, health data science, medical statistics, epidemiology, or a related discipline. We would welcome applications from people with advanced data science, epidemiological or statistical skills who would like to work with large real world health datasets. The successful applicant will take responsibility for some aspects of project work and must be willing and able to make academic judgement, offering original and creative thoughts and be able to conduct, interpret and analyse results. Current research focuses on several disease areas including flu, COVID-19 and RSV surveillance and vaccine effectiveness. We also have a cardiometabolic theme and conduct research on diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney and liver disease and other long-term conditions as well as consultation behaviours. The post provides an outstanding opportunity to undertake and publish high impact quantitative work using electronic health data. The successful applicant will also have a track record of or willingness to learn new methodologies, developing statistical models. They will have a good working knowledge of modern applied statistical techniques, and analysing routine health care data sets. Experience of working with SQL, in AWS and its native tools would be of interest but not essential for the role. Knowledge of a statistical programming language, preferably R as it is desirable. The post holder will report to Prof Simon de Lusignan and Dr Jose Ordonez-Mena. The post holder will be encouraged to develop research ideas and apply for research/programme grants under supervision of the line manager. They will also be able to present their work at scientific and other meetings. For the applicant to be considered as a Senior Researcher, in addition to the above, they will be expected to line manage junior post-doctoral researchers in the group, lead their own area of research, lead or coordinate the write-up of research grants with the help of the team, and contribute to the teaching and supervision of MSc and DPhil students in the research group. This post is offered full-time and fixed-term until 30 June 2026 in the first instance. For further information or discuss the post please contact Dr Filipa Ferreira, filipa.ferreira@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Wednesday 12 June 2024.
Job Description Summary Job title Research Assistant Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 6: £32,332 to £38,205 per annum Hours Full or Part Time (minimum 18.75 hours a week, working pattern negotiable) Contract type Fixed-term for two years in the first instance Reporting to Dr Rachel Pechey, Associate Professor, Sustainable and Healthy Food Group Vacancy reference BZ24028 - 172148 Research topic Sustainable and Healthy Diets Principal Investigator / Rachel Pechey supervisor Project team Sustainable and Healthy Food Group, Health Behaviours Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by Wellcome Trust and Royal Society (via a Henry Dale fellowship) Pechey et al (2022). Impact of increasing the relative availability of meatfree options on food selection: two natural field experiments and an online randomised trial. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12966-021-01239-z Recent publications Pechey et al (2022). Testing the effectiveness of ecolabels to reduce the environmental impact of food purchases in worksite cafeterias: A randomised controlled trial. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.appet.2022.106277. Bandy et al (2022) Changes in the salt content of packaged foods sold in supermarkets between 2015–2020 in the United Kingdom: A repeated cross-sectional study.. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pmed.1004114 The role The role is within the Health Behaviours team (https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/researchthemes/health-behaviours-theme/health-behaviours). The team works to develop and test population and individual-level interventions to improve diet, tobacco control and obesity-related disease, and supporting studies including systematic reviews and epidemiological analyses. Our team is multidisciplinary, with contributions from nutrition scientists and dietitians, psychologists, general practitioners, epidemiologists, and economists. The team is co-led by Professor Susan Jebb, Professor Peter Scarborough, and Professor Paul Aveyard and the post holder will work within the Sustainable Healthy Food Group (https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/diet-data-and-interventions-group). The post holder will work to support and develop research studies aiming to encourage healthier and more sustainable food purchasing and consumption, primarily supporting projects led by others. The research methods would include routine quantitative data collection, analysis using standards methods, and drafting papers for publication. The post holder would be expected to assist with engaging the public to inform research and disseminating the outcomes to academic audiences and other stakeholders such as policymakers and the public. The postholder will most likely have a background in nutrition, psychology, public health, epidemiology or behavioural sciences. This post is suitable for those completing, or who have recently completed a master’s qualification who are considering further doctoral studies in the future. The Health Behaviours team is a vibrant and expanding group, principally concentrating on intervention studies that aim to achieve healthier and more sustainable diets, reduce the burden of obesity-related disease, or promote smoking cessation. We believe collaboration is essential to improve our applied science and so are mostly working on site. Responsibilities • Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues • Contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects • Select, follow, and adapt specialist methodologies to confirm or refute theories • Contribute to the design of research materials and make arrangements for data gathering • Gather, analyse, and present qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources • If required, undertake comprehensive and systematic literature reviews and write up the results for publication in peer-reviewed journals or for presentation at conferences or public meetings • Contribute to research publications, book chapters and reviews • Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the research project • Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone 2 • Contribute to discussions and share research findings with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Hold a relevant master’s degree (or be close to completion), or have equivalent work experience • Evidence of academic attainment such as a good first degree, prizes or publications • Demonstrate sufficient knowledge (in nutrition, psychology, public health, epidemiology or behavioural sciences) to work within established research programmes • Evidence of good organisational skills and ability to manage own research and administrative activities • Excellent communication skills, preferably including experience of writing and/or presenting for both specialist and non-specialist audiences • Strong quantitative skills, including experience in conducting statistical analyses Desirable selection criteria • Experience across all stages of research projects, from ethical approval through to publication and dissemination • Experience of working in a research team • Experience in intervention development and/or testing, particularly in field trials 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 3 About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. 4 Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG), which is a centre of excellence in qualitative research methods and conducts studies of experiences of health and illness, digital health and organisation and delivery of care. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care, and a new MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we will accept students to a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and to an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena Swan Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena Swan Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena Swan award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some, including clinical teachers are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. 5 Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. 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We are looking to recruit a Senior Researcher to work as part of our team the Clinical informatics and Health Outcomes Research Group (ORCHID ::: Oxford- RCGP RSC). The successful applicant should have a keen interest to work with large primary care datasets (>19 million contemporary population), linked to other data including hospitalisation. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual with experience in data management, health data science, medical statistics, epidemiology, or a related discipline. We would welcome applications from people with advanced data science, epidemiological or statistical skills who would like to work with large real world health datasets. The successful applicant will take responsibility for some aspects of project work and must be willing and able to make academic judgement, offering original and creative thoughts and be able to conduct, interpret and analyse results. Current research focuses on several disease areas including flu, COVID-19 and RSV surveillance and vaccine effectiveness. We also have a cardiometabolic theme and conduct research on diabetes, heart disease, chronic kidney and liver disease and other long-term conditions as well as consultation behaviours. The post provides an outstanding opportunity to undertake and publish high impact quantitative work using electronic health data. The successful applicant will also have a track record of or willingness to learn new methodologies, developing statistical models. They will have a good working knowledge of modern applied statistical techniques, and analysing routine health care data sets. Experience of working with SQL, in AWS and its native tools would be of interest but not essential for the role. Knowledge of a statistical programming language, preferably R as it is desirable. The post holder will report to Prof Simon de Lusignan and Dr Jose Ordonez- Mena. The post holder will be encouraged to develop research ideas and apply for research/programme grants under supervision of the line manager. They will also be able to present their work at scientific and other meetings. For the applicant to be considered as a Senior Researcher, in addition to the above, they will be expected to line manage junior post-doctoral researchers in the group, lead their own area of research, lead or coordinate the write-up of research grants with the help of the team, and contribute to the teaching and supervision of MSc and DPhil students in the research group. This post is offered full-time and fixed-term until 30 June 2026 in the first instance. For further information or discuss the post please contact Dr Filipa Ferreira, filipa.ferreira@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is **12:00** **noon on Wednesday 12 June 2024.**
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Applications are invited for the role of Postgraduate Research Programmes Coordinator to work primarily on the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences' DPhil programmes. With around 70 DPhil students on course in the department at any one time, this is a busy and important role within the department’s operational Postgraduate Programme Team. The postholder will report to the Graduate Studies Officer, who in turn reports to the Head of Programmes. The Postgraduate Research Programmes Coordinator will support the Graduate Studies Officer (GSO) in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) in the administrative planning and delivery of the annual PGR (post-graduate research) student admissions cycle in the department. This includes assisting the GSO in all matters relating to student recruitment and student selection. You will support the GSO with all on-course student processes and will be responsible for minute taking, agendas and distribution of papers for the committees for which the GSO is the administrative lead. The postholder will also manage the administration of the department’s Academic Clinical Fellows (ACFs), including organising networking events for them where necessary. You will have previous administration experience, ideally in the academic sector, and have proven organisational skills, with demonstrable ability to take the initiative, multi-task, pay attention to detail and prioritise your own work, including coping with busy periods. You will also have excellent skills in MS office applications; and an ability to work well independently and within a team. Experience of organising events would be an advantage. This role is offered full-time and permanent. You will be based in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG. You will spend time in both our Radcliffe Primary Care building and the Gibson Building. You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Monday 20 May 2024. Interviews are expected to take place the week commencing 17 June 2024.
Applications are invited for a Research Assistant, to work with a team working with Dr Rachel Pechey on a research programme testing interventions to encourage healthier and more sustainable food purchasing and consumption. The post is embedded in the thriving Health Behaviours team in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS). The team work on interventions to prevent or treat ill-health by intervening on diet, obesity, and smoking. We have a strong track record of applied research that can benefit patients and lead to changes in the health system. NDPCHS research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians or public health physicians, together with academics from a range of other disciplines including behavioural and social sciences, and humanities. Our research covers the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, cancer, infectious diseases and childhood illnesses, obesity, poor diet and smoking. We focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The successful applicant will be part of a group working to test the impact of interventions to encourage healthier and more sustainable food purchasing and consumption, conducted in online studies and field trials. The postholder would support colleagues with quantitative data collection, analysis, and write-up, as well as administrative tasks. You will have a relevant master’s degree (or be close to completion), along with some specialist knowledge in nutrition, psychology, epidemiology or behavioural sciences, and strong quantitative skills. You will also need to be able to manage your own research and administrative activities, and have excellent communication and teamwork skills. You will be based in the Radcliffe Primary Care Building or Gibson Building of the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work but there may be the opportunity for occasional remote working. The position is offered full-time (part-time considered with a minimum of 18.75 hours a week – 0.5FTE) and fixed term for two years in the first instance. For further information or to discuss the post please contact Rachel Pechey rachel.pechey@phc.ox.ac.uk “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on Wednesday 22 May 2024 Interviews are expected to take place on Monday 17 June 2024.
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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Senior Qualitative Researcher Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 8: £45,585 - £54,395 per annum (with a discretionary range to £59,421 per annum) Hours Full time (part-time, flexible, and remote working will be considered) Contract type Fixed-term until 31 March 2026 Reporting to Dr Brian Nicholson, Associate Professor Vacancy reference BZ24035 - 172221 Research topic Implementing improvements in cancer detection Principal Investigator / Brian Nicholson & Anna Dowrick supervisor Project team Cancer Theme Project web site https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/research-themes/cancer/Cancer Funding partner The funds supporting this research project are provided by Cancer Research UK and the National Institute of Health Cancer Researcher Recent publications https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/research-themes/cancer The role We are looking for a highly skilled qualitative researcher to make the next step in their career, contributing enthusiasm and expertise to programmes of work exploring how to translate good ideas from research into tangible changes in cancer outcomes. The post-holder will join the core research team with the PIs Dr Brian Nicholson, Dr Juliet Usher-Smith, and Dr Anna Dowrick and Senior Project Manager Sharon Tonner, alongside colleagues at Nuffield Department of Population Health and University of Cambridge, as part of a flagship Cancer Research UK (CRUK)-funded project evaluating their ‘Test, Evidence, Transition’ programme. They may also contribute to activities within the department’s new Policy Research Unit focusing on cancer awareness, screening, and early diagnosis, working directly with policymakers to translate research into actionable policy. This role presents a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with health service delivery teams, patients, policy-makers and charity partners within an interdisciplinary research team. A focus of the work will be co-designing and evaluating improvements in colorectal cancer detection at a system level in England, Wales, and Scotland. The position will suit someone with methodological interests in co-design and ethnography, curiosity about theories of change in health systems, and a desire to make a real difference in delivering sustainable and equitable improvements in cancer outcomes. We can offer you a stimulating professional environment working on a new and high-profile project as part of a dynamic team. You will have the opportunity to contribute to academic conversations as well as having a direct impact on policy and practice. You will enjoy the challenge of bringing together novel ideas and empirical contexts to build new understandings, and working together in diverse teams in a supportive and inclusive working environment. You will be part of the Cancer Theme within the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS), with an affiliation to the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG). A major focus of the Cancer Theme at NDPCHS is building interdisciplinary teams to deliver projects to improve cancer control in primary care with impact and direct patient benefit. To do this, the cancer research theme works closely with patients, primary care professionals, cancer charities, researchers from other disciplines and institutions, NHS commissioners, diagnostics services and companies, and cancer care in the hospital setting. This multidisciplinary approach enables the team to use the most appropriate research methodologies to address pressing research questions that have arisen out of direct clinical care. The work of the Cancer Theme is organised into four sub themes: health records data, clinical studies, implementation science, and diagnostic reasoning. You will be: - Skilled in a range of qualitative research methodologies, including ethnography and interviewing - Interested in social science theories that can be used to study and interpret processes of change in health systems, such as ideas from sociology, anthropology, science, and technology studies, and/or implementation and behavioural science - Informed about the challenges and opportunities of improving colorectal cancer detection - Someone who enjoys engaging with different stakeholders (i.e. health service delivery teams, patients, policy-makers, charities) and values the range of expertise that different partners offer - Interested in the relationship between research and changes in practice, particularly in how knowledge from research can be adapted to the needs of different policy and practice settings - Enthusiastic about spending time with and learning from colorectal cancer teams in different parts of the UK - Excited about interdisciplinary working, with an appreciation of what different methods offer when evaluating implementation processes and outcomes - Passionate about addressing inequity in cancer outcomes Responsibilities • • • • • • • • • • • • Lead qualitative data collection and analysis in collaboration with the wider team. Lead the writing of research and policy outputs individually and in collaboration with others, including publishing in internationally leading peer reviewed journals. Manage rigorous ethics and data management procedures in line with the project plans Identify and manage the relationships with key informants and stakeholders. Communicate effectively through written, electronic, or visual means and verbal communication, in both informal and formal situations, including representing the group at internal and external meetings. Present findings at academic conferences and policy meetings. Keep in regular contact with the project team and work in an open and transparent way, developing ideas and analysis collaboratively with other team members. Planning and organising own workload in accordance with project goals and timeline. Contribute to the furthering of the Cancer Theme, e.g. through grant development, writing website content, blogs, and news articles. Lead applications for new sources of grant funding Supervise junior researchers and students Contribute to strategic development of projects Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Hold a PhD/DPhil (or near completion) in relevant subject area, e.g. health services research, sociology, anthropology, health psychology, science and technology studies • Experience of establishing effective collaborations and conducting qualitative data collection and analysis • Ability to demonstrate specialist knowledge of at least one of the following topics in relation to primary care: cancer detection, implementation, co-design, service improvement, systems change. • Proven ability to build productive relationships within a multi-disciplinary academic and/or health care environment • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings • Highly motivated and able to work independently and unsupervised, managing own workload of complex tasks and competing priorities • Ability to travel within UK for data collection, including overnight stays • Experience of gaining regulatory and ethical approvals for health research • Committed to Oxford’s policies of equal opportunity and equality, diversity, and inclusion, and able to work well with academic and non-academic colleagues and students of all cultures and backgrounds • A strong track record of publications in peer reviewed, social science journals • First author publications in peer reviewed, social science journals • Experience of holding research grants as a lead or co-applicant Desirable selection criteria • Knowledge about the challenges and opportunities of improving colorectal cancer outcomes. • Experience of conducting ethnographic fieldwork. • Experience of establishing effective collaborations between research and health service delivery communities. Underfilling the Post Whilst the role is a grade 8 (£45,585- £54,395 p.a.) position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at grade 7 (£36,024- £44,263 p.a.) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly. This would be discussed with applicants at the interview or appointment, where appropriate. 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 Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows: • Lone Working We have a safety policy for lone working/field research that the appointed candidate would be expected to follow. About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG), which is a centre of excellence in qualitative research methods and conducts studies of experiences of health and illness, digital health and organisation and delivery of care. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care, and a new MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we will accept students to a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and to an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena Swan Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena Swan Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena Swan award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. For more information please visit: http://www.phc.ox.ac.uk Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: http://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) If you are applying for a research post and you have had periods of working part-time, please indicate this on your CV or in your supporting statement. This will ensure that any outputs such as publications are fairly judged when considered alongside the expected outputs of full-time workers. Where posts are advertised full-time, we may be able to consider part-time working or job share arrangements depending on the requirements of the role. If you want to work part-time and this option is not expressly stated in the advert or job information, please email hr@phc.ox.ac.uk to enquire whether the role you are applying for might be available on a part-time basis. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not upload full published papers or certificates as part of your supporting documents. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@phc.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. 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Applications are invited for a Senior Qualitative Researcher to contribute qualitative skills and social science expertise in exploring how to translate good ideas from research into sustainable improvements in cancer detection across health systems. They will form part of the core research team with PIs Dr Brian Nicholson, Dr Juliet Usher-Smith and Dr Anna Dowrick on a new project evaluating initiatives to improve colorectal cancer detection across the UK. The successful applicant will hold a relevant PhD/DPhil (or near completion) with a background in health services and/or social science research. The position will suit someone with methodological interests in co-design and ethnography, curiosity about theories of change in health systems, and a desire to make a real difference in delivering sustainable and equitable improvements in cancer outcomes. You will have a track-record of excellence in qualitative research, and will be a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills who is able to manage their own time. You will be based in Radcliffe Primary Care, Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG as your normal place of work and you will be able to agree a pattern of regular remote working with your line manager if you wish. The position is fixed-term until 31 March 2026 in the first instance and is offered full-time. There is flexibility for part-time and remote working. We will consider underfilling the role at grade 7 if candidates with potential but less experience do not meet all the essential criteria. For further information or discuss the post please contact Dr Anna Dowrick (anna.dowrick@phc.ox.ac.uk) “Committed to equality and valuing diversity” You will be required to upload a CV and Supporting Statement as part of your online application. The Supporting Statement should include a cover letter and should also clearly describe how you meet each of the selection criteria listed in the job description. Click here for information and advice on writing an effective Supporting Statement. The closing date for applications is **12:00** **noon on Wednesday 12 June 2024.**
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Job Description _________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Postgraduate Research Programmes Coordinator Division Medical Sciences Department Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences Location Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG Grade and salary Grade 5: £28,759 - £33,966 per annum (with discretionary range up to £37,099 per annum) Hours Full time Contract type Permanent Reporting to Graduate Studies Officer, NDPCHS Vacancy reference BZ24030 - 172483 Additional information This role will not attract sufficient points to obtain a sponsored skilled worker visa under the points-based immigration system, however applications are welcome from candidates who don’t currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a visa via another route The role As Programmes Coordinator you will support the Graduate Studies Officer (GSO) in the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences (NDPCHS) in the administrative planning and delivery of the annual PGR (post-graduate research) student admissions cycle in the department. This includes assisting the GSO in all matters relating to student recruitment and student selection. You will support the GSO with all on-course student processes and will be responsible for minute taking, agendas and distribution of papers for the committees for which the GSO is the administrative lead. You will manage the administration of the department’s Academic Clinical Fellows, including organising networking events for them where necessary. In addition to working on our post-graduate programme, you will also take the lead in the co-ordination of the twice-yearly residential conferences of the Oxford International Primary Care Research Leadership Programme. This post is part of an operations team responsible for supporting teaching and training initiatives within the department, and will report to the Graduate Studies Officer, who in turn reports to the Head of Programmes. Further information about the department’s courses can be found at: https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/study. Responsibilities Admissions • • • • Assist the GSO in the administrative process of recruitment and selection of all postgraduate research students; including processing applications through eVision. Respond to (potential) applicant queries on advertised studentships and general admission. Liaise with the supervisor(s) and GSO where required. Administer the shortlisting panel and keep records of decisions to assist the GSO and admissions panel. Send out any necessary correspondence to applicants. Post-graduate administration • • • • • Support the GSO in the organisation of induction programmes for new postgraduate students and assist in producing and updating the Departmental postgraduate research handbook. Provide useful links and other documents to new students in advance of their arrival and welcome them on their induction day. Ensure that all new students are set up on departmental student systems, including mailing lists. Provide support to the GSO in all aspects of graduate student administration for both DPhil programmes in the department – Primary Health Care and Translational Health Sciences; including assisting the GSO with processing on-course student applications and ensuring accurate maintenance of records. Send out reminders to students who are approaching a research milestone. Manage the organisation of the DPhil training programme in the department; including scheduling sessions; arranging venues; inviting students; tracking attendance and collating feedback. 2 • • • • • Oversee supervisor completion of compulsory CTL supervision courses. Escalate to the GSO as/when required. Act as secretary - compiling agendas, drafting minutes and distributing necessary papers – for the departmental Graduate Studies Committee (GSC) and the department Teaching Committee. Assist the GSO with the administration of departmental student events. Welcome students and speakers, organise catering if applicable and attend the events. Assist the GSO with student visa monitoring three times a year as required. Take responsibility for the administration of the department’s Academic Clinical Fellows; including organising small networking events for them. Oxford International Primary Care Research Leadership Programme administration • • • • • • Explore possible venues and then make arrangements with those selected. Co-ordinate the marketing/recruitment/application process. Liaise with speakers/facilitators and venues to ensure all requirements of programme leads/speakers/delegates are met. Assist the programme leads with arranging activities, meals and presentations. Be available during the two residential weeks to help ensure the events run smoothly and to address any issues that may arise. Maintain and update records of all cohort members as well as the programme contact list. General • Act as first point of contact for the department’s DPhil students/ACFs; redirecting any queries to the relevant colleagues if appropriate. • Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the role and the operational needs of the Graduate Programmes team. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • • • • • • • • Strong administration experience and proven organisational skills, with demonstrable ability to use initiative, multi-task, pay attention to detail and the ability to prioritise own work in busy periods Excellent interpersonal and effective communication skills, able to demonstrate tact and discretion and sensitivity, both when dealing with sensitive and confidential information, and in responding to the particular needs of academics and students from a diverse range of backgrounds High standard of literacy and ability to draft correspondence with a good command of English grammar and spelling Ability to understand regulations and communicate them to others Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision, and a willingness to resolve situations, as well as knowing when to refer issues to others Ability to organise events and make administrative arrangements Excellent skills in MS office applications, along with an ability to deal with changing technologies including remote working tools such as Microsoft Teams Experience of working on confidential matters with tact and discretion; along with an understanding of the Data Protection Act 3 • Ability to work independently and within a team Desirable selection criteria • Experience with University systems and software (e.g. eVision; Canvas) • Administration experience in the academic sector • Experience in student administration • Experience in event organisation 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 • University security screening (eg identity checks) About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spinouts, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. 4 Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences A top ranked centre for academic primary care in the UK, we lead world-class research and training to rethink the way healthcare is delivered in general practice and other primary care settings, both across the UK and globally. Integrating evidence and innovation, our main research focus is on enhancing prevention, early diagnosis and management of common illness. Our research is led by internationally renowned scientists, many of whom are practising GPs and primary care clinicians, but many others are psychologists, epidemiologists, sociologists, and public health academics. We cover the broad range of issues that you might expect to address in the community, including cardiovascular and metabolic disease, infectious diseases and childhood illness, diet, smoking and cancer. We also focus on understanding and improving the experiences of patients, rigorously evaluating the effectiveness of treatments and diagnostics, utilising big data, developing digital health interventions and working internationally. We have methodological expertise in novel clinical trial design and implementation, clinical decision making and diagnostics, clinical epidemiology, medical statistics, behavioural science, modelling, qualitative research and the wider application of social science theory and methods to address practical and theoretical challenges in health and care settings. The department was established in October 1998 (as the Department of Primary Health Care) with the appointment of a foundation chair in general practice, and was made a free-standing department in 2011 with the first Oxford statutory chair in primary care. We provide a strong multi-disciplinary training environment, a full programme of academic support and good IT facilities. Our ability to collaborate with other epidemiological and community based research groups across the University and with GP surgeries locally and nationally enables us to utilise a broad range of relevant expertise into our teaching and research. Our main research themes coalesce around cardiovascular disease and diabetes, infection, cancer, health behaviours, and digital health, with several cross-cutting themes, including disease prevention, early diagnosis, and patient self-management, big data and new clinical themes. We place inclusivity and diversity at the forefront of our approach to research from design and conduct through to the dissemination of our findings. The department has exceptional infrastructure, including the long-established Primary Care Clinical Trials Unit, one of the most expert CTU’s for trials conducted in community settings. We also host the Oxford Institute for Digital Health, the Bennett Institute for Applied Data Science, the Oxford Centre for EvidenceBased Medicine; the Interdisciplinary Research in Health Sciences research group (which uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to examine the human, organisational and societal issues relating to the delivery of healthcare and the improvement of health services) and the Medical Sociology and Health Experiences Research Group (MS&HERG), which is a centre of excellence in qualitative research methods and conducts studies of experiences of health and illness, digital health and organisation and delivery of care. The department is a founding member of the National Institute for Health Care Research (NIHR) School of Primary Care Research, houses both the NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC), Oxford Thames Valley and the NIHR MedTech and In Vitro Diagnostics Co-operative (MIC), and leads several themes of the Oxford University Hospital and Oxford Health BRCs. In terms of methodologies, as well as our critical mass of social scientists and computer/information scientists, the department supports 5 one of the largest groups of medical statisticians in medical sciences and a growing team of health economists. Clinicians in our department teach a number of threads in the undergraduate course in Medicine and we place students in GP practices as part of their training. We run a very successful, well established MSc programme in Evidence Based Health Care, and a new MSc in Translational Health Science with the Department of Continuing Education. In 2023 we will accept students to a new MSc in Applied Digital Health and to an MSc in Global Health Care Leadership run in partnership with the Said Business School. The University of Oxford is a member of the Athena Swan Charter to promote women in Science, Engineering, Technology and Medicine and holds an Athena Swan Silver award at institutional level. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences holds a departmental Gold Athena Swan award (awarded in March 2023 and the first Gold in the University of Oxford) to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. The Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences currently holds a Gold National Union of Students (NUS) Green Impact award. Green Impact is an environmental accreditation scheme championed by the National Union of Students and is designed to support environmentally and socially sustainable practice. The department supports sustainability initiatives in the following areas: supporting and leading change; energy; water; materials and waste; sustainable travel; biodiversity and nature; and food. Our staff are mostly located in the superbly renovated Grade II listed Radcliffe Primary Care Building on the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter (ROQ), the University’s most prestigious development site for a generation, and close to the city centre (see http://www.ox.ac.uk/roq/ for more information). Some staff are located nearby in the Gibson Building at the ROQ and some, including clinical teachers are based in Eagle House nearby off Walton Street. Car parking is very restricted at both sites with only a small percentage of staff being granted an annual parking permit and priority being given to those with access needs. Bus Pass, Train Pass, bicycle loans and Season Ticket Loan Schemes are all in operation for staff. For more information please visit: http://www.phc.ox.ac.uk Medical Sciences Division The Medical Sciences Division is an internationally recognised centre of excellence for biomedical and clinical research and teaching. We are the largest academic division in the University of Oxford. World-leading programmes, housed in state-of-the-art facilities cover the full range of scientific endeavour from the molecule to the population. With our NHS partners we also foster the highest possible standards in patient care. For more information please visit: http://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ 6 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. 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. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) If you are applying for a research post and you have had periods of working part-time, please indicate this on your CV or in your supporting statement. This will ensure that any outputs such as publications are fairly judged when considered alongside the expected outputs of full-time workers. Where posts are advertised full-time, we may be able to consider part-time working or job share arrangements depending on the requirements of the role. If you want to work part-time and this option is not expressly stated in the advert or job information, please email hr@phc.ox.ac.uk to enquire whether the role you are applying for might be available on a part-time basis. Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. Please do not upload full published papers or certificates as part of your supporting documents. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs advice is available at: Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly recruitment@phc.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. 7 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacy-policy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/data-protection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82 of 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. 8 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service website includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities. The service offers a free telephone advice line, and the ability to book emergency back-up care for children, adult dependents and elderly relatives. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/my-family-care Childcare The University has excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as University-supported places at many other private nurseries. For full details, including how to apply and the costs, see https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ Disabled staff We are committed to supporting members of staff with disabilities or long-term health conditions. For further details, including information about how to make contact, in confidence, with the University’s Staff Disability Advisor, see https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/disability-support Staff networks The University has a number of staff networks including the Oxford Research Staff Society, BME staff network, LGBT+ staff network and a disabled staff network. You can find more information at https://edu.admin.ox.ac.uk/networks The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club The University of Oxford Newcomers' Club is an organisation run by volunteers that aims to assist the partners of new staff settle into Oxford, and provides them with an opportunity to meet people and make connections in the local area. See www.newcomers.ox.ac.uk. Oxford Research Staff Society (OxRSS) A society run by and for Oxford University research staff. It offers researchers a range of social and professional networking opportunities. Membership is free, and all researchers employed by Oxford University are welcome to join. Subscribe at researchstaff-subscribe@maillist.ox.ac.uk to join the mailing list to find out about upcoming events and other information for researchers, or contact the committee on committee@oxrss.ox.ac.uk. For more information, see www.ox.ac.uk/oxrss, Twitter @ResStaffOxford, and Facebook www.facebook.com/oxrss. 9
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