5 Research Associates / Senior Research Associates in Health & Religious/Spiritual Beliefs and Behav

The role

We wish to recruit 5 FTE researchers. The post holders will be working on a major research programme concerning religious and/or spiritual beliefs and associated behaviours and their impact on mental and physical health and well-being with a large group of international co-investigators. Information gathered longitudinally from participants (from infancy to adulthood) in a large UK cohort - Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children , will be analysed.

What will you be doing?

• Develop and carry out detailed analysis plans using statistical techniques appropriate to the research question and field (e.g., psychology, epidemiology, genetics).
• Critically interpret findings and participate in the dissemination of these through high-impact academic publications.
• Participate in other forms of dissemination that may lead to impact e.g. presenting research findings at local, national, and international meetings and conferences.
• Keep up to date with the relevant science and statistical methodology, and where appropriate, contribute to development of novel statistical methods.
• Communicate and collaborate with other co-investigators based in both the UK and overseas.

You should apply if

• You are experienced in advanced statistical techniques
• You are able to manipulate and analyse large datasets
• You have experience of working with longitudinal cohort data (especially experience with ALSPAC data
• You have experience and evidence of applying advanced epidemiological or psychological statistical methods, including handling of missing data.
• You have good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• You can demonstrate a high level of competency with statistical packages e.g. Stata, R
• You have experience of presenting research results to varied audiences.
• You are self-motivated and able to organise your own time effectively.
• You have experience of leading on elements of research projects with support of PI/line manager (for appointment at J grade)
• You have a track record of publication of research papers commensurate with the candidate's years of experience and completed projects.

We welcome applications from all members of our community and are particularly encouraging those from diverse groups, such as members of the LGBT+ and BAME communities, to join us.