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This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious PhD graduate with experience in computing, physical sciences, statistics or the data sciences to contribute to the impact of digital healthcare initiatives in oncology and radiotherapy.

The postholder will play a crucial role in developing the digital research infrastructure at the MCRC to deliver a world-class research platform, including linkage of clinical data with complex imaging and biological data sources, and manage the interface of these systems to the regional Secure Data Environment (SDE) ecosphere. They will develop and implement advanced analysis methodologies and machine learning / AI based technologies to enable the rapid and innovative analysis of large cohorts of patients. The post holder will develop strong relationships and work alongside clinical and non-clinical researchers within the digital radiotherapy group and colleagues within the MCRC and wider university schools.

The School of Medical Sciences is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter for promoting women’s careers in STEMM subjects (science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine) in higher education. The School holds a Silver Award for their commitment to the representation of women in the workplace and we particularly welcome applications from all EDI protected status individuals for this post. Appointment will always be made on merit. For further information, please visit:https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/about/equality/

What you will get in return:

  • Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
  • Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
  • Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
  • Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
  • Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out morehere

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.

Any CV’s submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Dr Clare Dempsey

Email:

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https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.


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