About the role

The successful candidate will collaborate on health data science projects under the supervision of Prof. Anthony Brookes. As part of a team, you will innovate and provide software within UK and EU-wide information management systems, working within federated architectures to advance data-sharing projects that develop and implement global data standards. The primary focus will be on facilitating the use of health-related data in areas such as dementia, rare diseases, and genetics.

Your work will partly take place within the University’s Health Data Research UK (HDR-UK) facility, as a member of Prof. Brookes' research team. Additionally, you will be involved in large European consortia (e.g., EPND, AD RIDDLE, ERDERA) to support health data research and its applications.

You will liaise with various internal and external teams, coordinating project partners, facilitating the exchange of information, and monitoring group progress. You will also be responsible for developing a network of contacts, organising both local and international meetings, and contributing to project management discussions.

About you

We seek a candidate with a robust interdisciplinary background, holding a PhD or equivalent experience. The ideal candidate will be able to evidence fostering partnerships within research organisations, strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Exceptional communication skills are essential, along with the ability to convey complex information clearly. Experience in presenting research to academic audiences through innovative and non-traditional formats is highly desirable. You must be a strong communicator, capable of conveying complex information with clarity. Experience in presenting research to academic audiences using innovative and non-traditional formats is essential.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Prof Anthony Brookes on [email protected]

As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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