Job Description

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Aston Pharmacy School

Location:

Aston University Main Campus

Salary:

40,497 to 45,413 per annum

Grade:

Grade 08

Contract Type:

Fixed Term (12 months)

Basis:

Full Time

Closing Date:

23.59 hours BST on Tuesday 26 August 2025

Interview Date:

To be confirmed

Reference:

R250024

Release Date:

Monday 04 August 2025


An exciting fixed-term opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and technically skilled Research Associate to join the Aston Centre of Excellence in Pharmacotherapy Optimisation and Pharmacoepidemiology Research (ACEPOP).


ACEPOP is an innovative research team led by Regius Professor of Pharmacy, Professor Ian Wong, and is dedicated to impactful pharmacoepidemiological research using real-world data.


The postholder will play a key role in the ASPIRE (Anxiety Disorder use of SSRI and Propranolol Interaction REsearch) project, funded by the Medical Research Foundation (MRF). This collaborative research project aims to assess whether specific propranolol-SSRI combinations are associated with a higher risk of adverse events, including suicide or accidental poisoning.


You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the ASPIRE study, including data preparation, statistical analysis, interpretation of findings, and report writing. The role offers the opportunity to work closely with a multidisciplinary team of internal and external collaborators and to contribute to high-impact publications in a supportive and dynamic research environment.


Candidates should hold, or be close to completing, a PhD in a relevant discipline such as epidemiology, public health, statistics, or health data science, and should have a strong academic background including a good first degree in a related field. Experience in conducting and reporting epidemiological studies using real-world data is essential. Proficiency in using statistical software packages such as R, Stata, SAS, or Python is also required.


Strong organisational skills, the ability to meet deadlines, and a collaborative working style are essential for success in this role.



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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston


We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.


If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk