MRC Human Nutrition (HNR), Cambridge, under the Directorship of Dr Ann Prentice, is dedicated to advancing knowledge of the relationships between nutrition and health by providing a National Centre of Excellence.
The purpose of HNR is to provide an integrated framework for nutrition research in relation to health. Its primary function is to conduct scientifically rigorous projects and population surveys in collaboration with academic partners and external stakeholders. It aims to develop novel nutritional methodologies and concepts, to translate and apply research findings and to promote the use of evidence-based nutrition by policymakers and practitioners.
Trial Coordinator -Diet and Population Health
Fixed Term – 3 years
Salary range: £26,022 – £31,758 per annum
MRC Human Nutrition Research (HNR) conducts nutrition research and surveillance to improve the health of the population with a focus on obesity and metabolic risk, musculoskeletal health, intestinal health and nutritional inequalities.
We have an opportunity for an experienced and proactive trial-coordinator to join the Department of Diet and Population Health. The successful candidate will work on a multi-centre randomised controlled trial of weight loss interventions in primary care, recently funded by the National Prevention Research Initiative. The trial is led by Dr Amy Ahern and Dr Susan Jebb and will run at 3 sites across England. The successful candidate will take a lead role in the day-to-day management of the trial in the host institution (HNR), co-ordination of other research sites and liaison with affiliated research teams leading the qualitative and economic components of the trial.
Applicants should be educated to at least degree level and with additional work experience. Meticulous project management capabilities combined with excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential. Previous experience of managing a clinical trial or health-related research project with human participants, including working knowledge of research governance issues will be an advantage.
This is a full time position offered on a fixed term contract of 3 years with salary dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition we offer 30 days annual leave, free on site car parking and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr Amy Ahern on 01223 426356 or by email.
Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003, Please quote reference number IRC44226.
Closing date: 4 March 2012
Interview date: 22 March 2012
This position is subject to pre-employment screening
The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Research Assistant -Diet and Population Health
Salary range: £20,074 per annum
HNR conducts nutrition research and surveillance to improve the health of the population with a focus on obesity and metabolic risk, musculoskeletal health, intestinal health and nutritional inequalities.
We wish to appoint an experienced Research Assistant to join the Obesity Interventions group headed by Dr Susan Jebb. The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day running of volunteer studies including regular contact with volunteers, taking measurements, preparing study meals, and maintaining up-to-date volunteer records.
You should be educated to degree level, with relevant work experience including sound knowledge and understanding of human biology, laboratory procedures, and quality assurance. You should be good a team player with a flexible approach and problem solving skills. Self-motivation is important as well as enthusiasm, proactivity and a forward-thinking outlook. A good telephone manner is required as well as meticulous record keeping and a professional attitude.
You will be expected to start work most mornings between 8.00 and 8.30am, occasionally some evenings and weekend work may be necessary to fit in with volunteer availability.
This is a full time, open ended position with salary dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition to your salary we offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave, free on site car parking and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr Eva Almiron-Roig on 01223 426356 or by email.
Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003, Please quote reference number IRC44206.
Closing date: 11 March 2012
Interview date: 3 April 2012
This position is subject to pre-employment screening
The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Biochemist/Chemist – Lipid Profiling & Signalling Group
Salary from £26,022 per annum
HNR conducts nutrition research and surveillance to improve the health of the population with a focus on obesity and metabolic risk, musculoskeletal health, intestinal health and nutritional inequalities.
We are seeking a biochemist/chemist with an excellent educational record and a strong interest in metabolomics and/or lipidomics to pursue a research program within the group of Dr. Julian Griffin at MRC HNR, Cambridge aimed at elucidating the role the peroxisome profilerator activated receptors (PPARs) play in regulating systemic metabolism in man. The PPARs act as nutritional sensors to regulate glucose metabolism, fat storage and oxidation and amino acid catabolism. The suitable candidate will be involved in both in vivo and in vitro systems, using both animal model systems and human studies, to follow the metabolic changes regulated by PPARs and understand the role of the receptors play in nutrition, obesity, type II diabetes and dyslipidaemia.
The suitable candidate will have experience in practical metabolomics, and experience in proteomic and transcriptomic approaches would be considered an advantage. Expertise in liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry is essential as the candidate will be required to develop novel assays for quantifying and identifying metabolites of interest. To be able to conduct such work effectively, a solid grasp of human metabolism and metabolic regulation is also necessary. The candidate will ideally have a good statistical background, with the use of both univariate and multivariate statistics for omic data processing being an important component of this post. Experience in cell culture would be considered an advantage.
In addition to research the suitable candidate should also be able to demonstrate the capability to supervise more junior members of the laboratory including PhD and undergraduate students, as well as provide training in mass spectrometry/lipidomics for visiting workers to MRC HNR.
This is a full time, open ended position with salary dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition to your salary we offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave, free on site car parking and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.
For an informal discussion please contact Dr Jules Griffin on 01223 426356 or by email.
Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003. Please quote reference number IRC45384.
Closing date: 15 March 2012
Interview date: 30 March 2012
This position is subject to pre-employment screening
The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Senior Investigator Scientist – Physiological Modelling of Metabolic Risk Group
Salary from £35,935 per annum
HNR conducts nutrition research and surveillance to improve the health of the population with a focus on obesity and metabolic risk, musculoskeletal health, intestinal health and nutritional inequalities.
The Physiological Modelling of Metabolic Risk (PMMR) group has specialist interests in investigating the underlying metabolic perturbations which accompany obesity and diabetes. It has a distinguished track record in the use of stable isotopes for in vivo human investigations in the areas of energy, glucose and lipid metabolism. An opportunity has arisen within the group for a Senior Investigator Scientist to undertake responsibility for research in a broad area of the groups programme. This could be either in the field of glucose and lipid metabolism, or that of energy requirements and macronutrient balance across the spectrum of health and disease. The successful candidate will be expected to assume full responsibility for research projects within the field, including obtaining funding, project design, implementation, and preparation of the usual scientific outputs.
The role will require close collaboration with the Head of Group, and frequent communication with scientists, clinicians, statisticians, and technical staff both within HNR and at collaborating institutions. The group maintains strong links with other workers in the general areas of obesity and impaired metabolism in the Cambridge area, and there is ample scope for close collaboration with scientists of international standing.
Applicants will be expected to have a PhD or equivalent with experience in studying human physiology, preferably employing tracer techniques. They should have a proven track record in academic research. Experience of statistics or modelling would be an advantage.
For informal discussions please contact Les Bluck on +44 (0)1223 437551 or by email.
This is a full time, open ended position with salary dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition to your salary we offer a flexible pay and reward policy, 30 days annual leave, free on site car parking and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.
Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003. Please quote reference number IRC44084.
Closing date: 14 March 2012
Interview date: 29 March 2012
This position is subject to pre-employment screening
The Medical Research Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Dietary Assessment Assistants - Diet and Population Health
Salary from: £15,929 per annum (depending on skills and experience)
MRC Human Nutrition Research (HNR) conducts nutrition research and surveillance to improve the health of the population with a focus on obesity and metabolic risk, musculoskeletal health, intestinal health and nutritional inequalities.
We are looking for a number of Dietary Assessment Assistants to code and process dietary data from a range of studies including the National Diet and Nutrition Survey.
The positions involve coding and processing dietary data collected in the studies for which DPH conducts dietary assessment, as well as researching unknown food items and collecting information on new foods, and other duties as required. Expertise in data entry is required along with an interest in food science or nutrition.
We are offering one 12 month and a number of 6 month fixed term contracts but will consider full time or job share for either. In addition to salary, we offer a flexible working environment, 30 days annual leave, free on site car parking and optional membership of MRC’s final salary pension scheme.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Sarah West-Sadler or Natasha Gordon on 01223 426356.
Applications are handled by the RCUK Shared Services Centre; to apply please visit our job board at https://ext.ssc.rcuk.ac.uk and complete an online application form. Applicants who would like to receive this advert in an alternative format (e.g. large print, Braille, audio or hard copy), or who are unable to apply online should contact us by telephone on 01793 867003, Please quote reference number IRC44225
Closing date: 5th March 2012
Interviews: TBC
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