Research Assistant

Overview

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Research Assistant to join our Clinical Practice Research Datalink team in the Safety and Surveillance group.

This is a full‑time opportunity, on a fixed term contract until 14 Oct 2027. The role will be based in 10 South Colonnade, Canary Wharf, London, E14 4PU
. The role can only be worked in the UK.

We are implementing a flexible, hybrid working model. A minimum of 8 days per month working on site is required, which can increase to 12 days per month depending on business needs.

• Interpret and summarise epidemiological research protocols to produce clear and accurate data extraction specifications.
• Define dataset extraction deliverables including code set definitions, denominator generation, and project delivery timelines.
• Service the provision of data extracts in accordance with CPRD’s dataset processing guidelines and SOPs.
• Support CPRD Research Services and people management.

• Sound knowledge of epidemiological research, with experience preparing data specifications from research protocols.
• Degree in Epidemiology, Medical Statistics, Health Economics, Public Health or equivalent.
• Proven ability to process large health care data sets, using R, SQL and/or STATA.
• Good organisational skills, capable of planning and managing multiple projects under pressure.
• Self‑motivated with a strong sense of personal accountability.

Method of assessment: A=Application, I=Interview, T=Test.

Behaviour Criteria:
Managing a Quality Service (A, I, T);
Working Together (A, I).

Experience Criteria:
Sound knowledge of epidemiological research (A, I, T);
Experience in manipulating, linking, processing, and extracting data (A, I);
Able to independently produce well‑constructed scientific summaries (T).

Technical Criteria:
Degree requirement (A);
Proven ability to process large data sets (A, I);
Competence in R, SQL and/or STATA (A, I).

• Online application form with questions based on behaviour, experience and technical success profiles.
• Test will be provided at a later stage.
• Interview will cover behaviour, experience, technical and strengths success profiles.
• Initial sift based on competency in R, SQL and/or STATA.

• Use of AI:
  All examples and statements must be truthful and directly from your own experience.
• If you require any disability‑related adjustments, contact
• Interview date:
  Thursday 2nd April 2026. Candidates will be contacted within a week of the sift and the interviews.
• UK immigration requirements and Civil Service nationality rules apply.
• Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check, animal rights and pro‑life activism checks, and may be subject to an internal fraud database check.
• Occupational health reviews may be required.

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