ACAD107890

University of Bristol, Bristol

ACAD107890

£43878

University of Bristol, Bristol

  • Full time
  • Temporary
  • Onsite working

, 25 Dec | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

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Full Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for four talented systematic reviewers or quantitative researchers with an interest in evidence synthesis to join the BEAM (Bristol Evidence Synthesis, Appraisal and Modelling) Centre at the University of Bristol. BEAM brings together researchers working on evidence synthesis and modelling research across Bristol Medical School. BEAM is an internationally renowned centre of excellence in evidence synthesis and is the only centre to host all three types of NIHR funded Evidence Synthesis Groups (ESGs), providing access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise in evidence synthesis across a broad range of topics and clinical areas. The current roles will work primarily within the newly funded BESS Group or the BUcKLES Group, but with some flexibility to contribute to work of other research groups within BEAM where needed. The BESS Group will conduct evidence syntheses to support the work of the National Screening Committee (NSC). The BUcKLES group is the only ESG dedicated to undertaking living systematic reviews. You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including systematic reviewers, statisticians, information specialists, qualitative researchers, and health economists. You will also work closely with clinical experts and public contributors. Posts are available from 1 April 2025 with funding for up to 5 years. Requests for flexible working patterns will be considered.What will you be doing? Projects will include applied evidence syntheses, from evidence maps and rapid reviews to full systematic reviews, and may include methodological work related to evidence synthesis. You will be required to contribute to:

  • The day-to-day review processes and research-related administration of conducting systematic reviews and other evidence syntheses.
  • Developing review protocols, screening studies for inclusion, data collection, risk of bias and GRADE assessments, preparation of datasets, interpretation of data and writing reports.
  • Narrative and quantitative syntheses (e.g. meta-analyses) for a wide range of projects.
  • Peer reviewed publications, grant proposals and conference presentations

    You have strong training in quantitative research, including knowledge of basic concepts in medical statistics
  • You have an enthusiasm to learn more about evidence synthesis and to contribute to the work of the National Screening Committee or to living systematic reviews.
  • You have some experience of working on systematic reviews, although this is not a requirement and training will be available
  • You have excellent critical appraisal skills for a range of studies designs
  • You have a relevant PhD - essential for candidates applying for Senior Research Associate

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