Research Associate at Imperial College: Imperial College London’s Department of Life Sciences (Silwood Park) is seeking a Research Associate to contribute to the establishment of the Defra-UKRI One Health VBD Hub. This full-time, fixed-term position is funded by Defra and the BBSRC for up to 34 months. The Hub aims to support and coordinate the UK’s response to the increasing threat posed by vector-borne diseases (VBDs), integrating expertise in transmission, control, data sharing, and forecasting.
Designation: Research Associate
Research Area: Vector-Borne Diseases (VBD)
Location: Silwood Park Campus – Hybrid
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, Epidemiology, Infectious Disease, Ecology, or a related discipline (candidates near completion will be appointed as Research Assistants)
- Experience in R, Python, or similar coding in the Unix environment
- Proficiency in data visualization, especially on maps
- Experience with GIS and spatially-explicit data
- Practical research experience, including published articles
- Knowledge of predicting transmission dynamics of VBDs and complex ecological systems
- Working knowledge of data management and security
Job Description: The Research Associate will contribute to the UK’s preparedness for VBD threats by developing key resources and tools. Responsibilities include creating bespoke data visualizations, delivering software for linking data on pathogens, vectors, and hosts, and developing independent research projects to enhance understanding of VBD risk. The role also involves providing training to the UK community on tool usage and collaborating within a large team.
How to Apply: Candidates need to complete an online application here. For further details, contact Dr. Lauren Cator at l.cator@imperial.ac.uk.
Last Date for Apply: January 15, 2024
Location: Silwood Park Campus – Hybrid
Position type: Full time, fixed term
Salary: £45,593 – £53,630 plus benefits
Department: Department of Life Sciences (Silwood Park)
Category: Researcher / Non Clinical Researcher
Additional Information:
- The opportunity for hybrid working will be discussed at the interview.
- More information available on Work Location Categories (from 30 September 2023).
About Imperial College London: Imperial College London focuses on science, engineering, medicine, and business, consistently ranking in the top 10 universities globally. With campuses in South Kensington, West and North London, Berkshire (Silwood Park), and White City, Imperial aims for enduring excellence in education, research, translation, and commercialization. The college values respect, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and innovation.
Note: Job descriptions may not be exhaustive, and the post-holder may undertake other duties broadly in line with key responsibilities.
