Research Assistant or Associate in Environmental Epidemiology

Job description

About the role

Do you have epidemiological experience and wish to work on a European project funded by the Innovate UK as part of the Horizon Europe? The project, named ENDOMIX, aims to investigate the immune-mediated health effect of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs), such as Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, in the environment.

What you would be doing

You will

• Undertake a systematic review of the mechanistic literature (experimental, in vitro, in vivo, human) on the immunological effects of endocrine disrupting chemicals.
• Assess the quality and strength of evidence, using appropriate tools.
• Assist with the interpretation of the evidence, comparing epidemiological effects with mechanistic data, specifically on immunological impairment including auto-immune diseases.
• Contribute to overall evaluations of the totality of evidence on immune effects of endocrine disruptors, including causality.

What we are looking for

• MSc or PhD in Biomedical Science or equivalent.
• Experience in Epidemiology analysis
• Experience of Environmental Epidemiology or toxicology
• Experience of conducting systemic reviews

What we can offer you

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression.
• As a member of research staff you have 10 development days to use to develop your skills and explore your career prospects
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes).
• Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various staff networks and resources to support your personal and professional wellbeing .

Further information

Please note that this is a PhD level role but candidates who have not yet been officially awarded will be appointed as a Research Assistant .

This is a full-time post (35 hours per week).

This role is for a fixed-term contract for 12 months.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: [Oliver Robinson] - [email protected]