Postdoctoral Research Scientist

Nuffield Department of Clinical Neurosciences (NDCN), John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DU An enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher looking to develop an independent research career is required for a cutting-edge program of research working with large complex datasets at the interface of data science, genetics, epidemiology and fluid biomarkers. The position will primarily involve integrated analysis of complex datasets including wearables, clinical and fluid biomarker data in order to identify factors that are predictive of the development of the neurodegenerative diseases amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia (FTD) with the intention of identifying factors that could be used for long term monitoring and prediction of the onset of symptoms. The post would be ideally suited to someone proactive and ambitious who has obtained their PhD and is planning an academic career in data science, medical statistics, or epidemiology. The post holder will provide guidance to junior members of the research group including research assistants and PhD students and will contribute to other projects within the Oxford MND Centre.The post is full time, although part time at a minimum of 0.8 FTE may be considered, for a fixed term until 31st October 2026 in the first instance.