Assistant or Associate Professor (Research and Education) – Department of Applied Health Sciences – 105294 – Grade 8 or 9

Job title:

Assistant or Associate Professor (Research and Education) – Department of Applied Health Sciences – 105294 – Grade 8 or 9

Company:

University of Birmingham

Job description

Job Description:Position DetailsDepartment of Applied Health Sciences, School of Health Sciences, College of Medicine and HealthLocation: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UKGrade 8 Full time starting salary is normally in the range £46,485 to £55,295 with potential progression once in post to £62,098Grade 9 Full time starting salary is normally in the range £56,921 to £65,814 with potential progression once in post to £85,544Grade: 8 or 9Full Time, PermanentClosing date: 6th March 2025UK and International travel may be required for this roleBackgroundThe post holder will be a member of the Biostatistics, Evidence Synthesis, Test Evaluation and prediction Modelling (BESTEAM) team.TeachingThe post holder will be responsible for the redevelopment and delivery of the statistics training (with an increased focus on experimental medicine and laboratory studies) for PGR students in the College of Medicine and Health. Additionally, the post holder will contribute to statistics teaching delivered by the BESTEAM team. The role also includes delivering on existing CPD courses offered by the team and developing a new course focused on statistical methods for experimental medicine and laboratory studies.ResearchThe post holder will be expected to have a developing portfolio of work in the key research areas of the Department of Applied Health Sciences. The role will also include developing methodological expertise in experimental/laboratory medicine, contributing to the design, analysis and critique of studies in this area. The post holder will be expected to work in the key research areas of the BESTEAM team (test evaluation, prognostic modelling, methodology for cluster trials and evidence synthesis) and potentially collaborate with the NIHR Birmingham BRC Data, Diagnostics and Decision Tools theme. The successful applicant will be expected to develop their research by applying for research grants (as principal investigator or co-investigator), lead writing and submitting of published papers and other research outputs. Research is likely to involve an established national and international reputation through significant original research work and a clear record of impact.Other Activity and CitizenshipThe role will typically also involve developing and advising others, including: (a) providing expert advice to staff and students, (b) supervising and examining PhD students, and (c) developing and advising others on learning and teaching tasks and methods.Role SummaryThe role holder will be based in Edgbaston. The key duties and responsibilities will include but not be limited to: giving lectures and seminars and supervising undergraduate / post-graduate students, course development and innovation, taking an active part in examinations, carrying out innovative research and writing papers on topics relevant to the specialist subject area (this will include journals, books and other material), and obtaining research grant funding.The successful applicant will have a PhD in a relevant specialist subject area, as well as postdoctoral experience. We are looking for candidates who will actively contribute to our portfolio and community, through pursuit of research that will bring new opportunities, synergies, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will also have a track record in teaching at a higher education institution.Appointments will be made at either an Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level please specify which role you are applying for in the applicationTo download the full job description please click here:Informal enquiries to Alice Sitch, email:We believe there is no such thing as a ‘typical’ member of University of Birmingham staff and that diversity in its many forms is a strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation and debate at the heart of University life. We are committed to proactively addressing the barriers experienced by some groups in our community and are proud to hold Athena SWAN, Race Equality Charter and Disability Confident accreditations. We have an Equality Diversity and Inclusion Centre that focuses on continuously improving the University as a fair and inclusive place to work where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are also committed to sustainability, which is a key part of our strategy. You can find out more about our work to create a fairer university for everyone .

Expected salary

£46485 – 55295 per year

Location

United Kingdom

Job date

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 01:39:57 GMT

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