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Research Fellow in Mathematical Modelling
Veterinary Epidemiology & Public Health
| Location: |
Guildford |
| Salary: |
£32,817 to £34,804
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Fixed term position up until 30/09/2021 |
| Post Type: |
Full Time |
| Closing Date: |
23.59 hours BST on Sunday 29 September 2019
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| Reference: |
068319 |
An exciting opportunity for a postdoctoral Research Fellow with a background in mathematical modelling / epidemiology has become available in the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the University of Surrey.
The post holder will be working with Dr Joaquin Prada and colleagues on a new project funded by the EPSRC Global Challenges Research Fundentitled: “Mathematical tools to inform sustainable interventions against schistosomiasis in Uganda”. Working in collaboration with the University of Glasgow and partners in Uganda and the UK, this multidisciplinary project aims to inform policy-makers on popular and affordable, and therefore feasible and sustainable, WASH interventions to complement MDA campaigns as well as informing monitoring and evaluation methods for Schistosomiasis control using novel mathematical tools. As schistosomiasis infections are highly prevalent in many parts of the world, this project has the potential to deliver significant public health impact.
The post holder will be responsible for creating the mathematical frameworkand integrating outputs from the team at the University of Glasgow led by Dr Poppy Lamberton. In addition, they will be required to participate in activities in Uganda. They will be expected to present their work at conferences and to write publications based on their research findings.
The post holder will have the opportunity to engage with other research fellows across the University and other project partners, and to take advantage of training opportunities targeted at early career researchers. In addition, they will be encouraged to participate in activities of the newly-established University of Surrey Neglected Tropical Disease hub.
An ideal candidate would have a PhD in mathematical modelling or related discipline with research experience in epidemiology, a track record of working in a multidisciplinary team, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently.
For informal discussion about the post, please contact Dr Joaquin Prada via email at: j.prada@surrey.ac.uk.
For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above.
In return we offer a generous pension, relocation assistance where appropriate , flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties), access to world-class leisure facilities on campus, a range of travel schemes and supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery.
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The University of Surrey is committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities for all. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. Therefore we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities.