Research Assistant (Computational Data Analyst) - London

Research Assistant (Computational Data Analyst)

Job Type: Full-Time.

Starting Salary: 45399 - 48876 per annum + 45399 plus benefits

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Research Assistant with strong data analysis skills to join an exciting Breakthrough T1D-funded research programme led by the Misra Group at Imperial College London. The programme uses large-scale real-world datasets to investigate metabolic dysfunction in type 1 diabetes and its relationship with clinical outcomes, and to develop and validate prediction models that support more individualised care. Research will focus on near-term complications, metabolic dysfunction, the impact of GLP-1 receptor agonists and other treatments, and long-term cardiovascular risk, combining comparative analyses with risk prediction tools designed to inform clinical practice and policy. The post is based within the Misra Group in the Department of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction, a multidisciplinary clinical diabetes research team integrating population-based research, advanced data science, genetics and clinical studies to understand heterogeneity in metabolic health and treatment response across diverse populations with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The group brings together enthusiastic and motivated clinical and basic scientists, PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, data analysts and research nurses in a collaborative research environment. For further information, please contact

What you would be doing

Responsibilities will include assembling, managing and analysing large real-world datasets to address defined research questions and investigate trends in outcomes among people with diabetes. Advanced epidemiological and statistical methods will be applied, including causal inference approaches such as target trial emulation, active-comparator new-user designs, self-controlled case series and case-crossover studies, where appropriate. The role will also involve developing and validating clinical risk prediction models, including feature engineering, management of missing data, model selection, calibration, discrimination, decision-curve analysis and assessment of clinical utility, alongside internal, external and temporal validation and evaluation of transportability across datasets and population subgroups. Clinical questions will be translated into robust data pipelines and reproducible analytical code incorporating version control, testing and peer review. Working closely with the PI and multidisciplinary collaborators, the successful candidate will contribute to the intellectual direction of the programme, communicate and interpret analytical methods and findings, and manage day-to-day project activities, deliverables and timelines to ensure successful delivery of the programme's objectives.

What we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced and motivated researcher with a strong background in biostatistics, epidemiology, bioinformatics, computational science or a related quantitative discipline. You will have experience analysing large-scale population health data and applying advanced statistical methods to address clinically important questions, with particular expertise in pharmacoepidemiology, statistical modelling and the development of clinical risk prediction tools. You should be confident working with large and complex datasets, using statistical programming languages such as R, Python, Stata or SAS, and have a strong understanding of data quality, reproducibility and robust analytical practice. Experience of SQL, cloud-based or high-performance computing environments, and Bayesian methods would also be valuable. Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for someone who is intellectually curious, enjoys solving complex problems and wants to contribute to the scientific direction of an ambitious research programme. You should be able to work both independently and collaboratively, communicate complex methods and findings clearly to colleagues from different disciplines, and contribute to high-quality publications and other research outputs. The role would particularly suit someone who enjoys combining rigorous quantitative methods with clinically relevant research and is keen to develop their leadership and project management experience within a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team.

What we can offer you

• Opportunity to contribute to an active, fun and multidisciplinary diabetes research team at Imperial
• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to use science for humanity.

• Benefit from a sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days' annual leave and generous pension schemes).
• Access to a range of workplace benefits including a flexible working policy from day one, generous family leave packages, on-site leisure facilities and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Interest-free season ticket loan schemes for travel.
• 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

This role is a full time, fixed-term contract for 12 months based at our Hammersmith Campus.

If you require any further details about the role, please contact: Dr Shivani Misra - ( ).