Scientific Officer in Epidemiology

Salary: £31,445 to £37,415 per annum. Commencement on the salary range is subject to comparable skills and experience.

Reporting to: Professor Montse Garcia-Closas

Duration of Contract: Fixed Term for 2 years

Hours per week: 35 hours per week (Full Time)

Location: Sutton

Closing Date: 11th May 2026, we may close the role early if a high volume of suitable applicants apply.

Under the guidance of Professor Montserrat Garcia-Closas, Group Leader Integrative Cancer Epidemiology, Division of Genetics & Epidemiology, we are seeking to recruit a motivated and organised Scientific Officer to support a range of molecular epidemiology activities within the Generations Study and related projects. This post offers an excellent opportunity, ideally for a recent graduate, however this is not essential. This role offers a great first step into postgraduate study or a career in epidemiology, or population health, to gain broad, hands-on experience in epidemiological research within a multidisciplinary environment. The successful candidate will gain experience across multiple components including laboratory-based activities (e.g. coordination of biobanking and pathology collections), data-driven research and contributions to scientific communications.

About You

The successful candidate will work closely with epidemiologists and laboratory teams, contributing to high-impact research on cancer risk and prevention and must have:

• Undergraduate degree in biomedical or biological sciences, population sciences, or a related field
• General computer literacy (e.g. Word, Excel, databases)
• Interest in cancer epidemiology or population health research
• Some experience working with research or health-related data and familiarity with statistical or programming tools (e.g. R, Python) is also desirable.

Department/Directorate Information

The Integrative Epidemiology Team at The Institute of Cancer Research led by Professor Garcia-Closas is located at the ICR Sutton Campus. The team forms part of the Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research Unit (CEPRU), a joint initiative between the ICR and Imperial College London focused on advancing cancer epidemiology through interdisciplinary research and training. The team uses large-scale population data to investigate the causes of cancer, understand carcinogenic processes, and improve risk prediction for precision prevention. A central resource for the team is the Breast Cancer Now Generations Study, a national cohort of over 110,000 women in the UK followed since 2004. Research in the team combines epidemiology and biostatistics with emerging approaches in data science, including analyses of mammography and pathology images and integration of multi-modal data.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
• Competitive salary and pension

We encourage all applicants to access the job pack attached for more detailed information regarding this role. For an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Professor Montserrat Garcia-Closas via email.

Why work for us?

As a member of staff, you'll have exclusive access to a range of staff benefits. The ICR is committed to supporting overseas applicants applying for roles. The Institute of Cancer Research, London, is one of the world's most influential cancer research institutes, with an outstanding record of achievement dating back more than 100 years. Further information about working at the ICR can be found here. At the Institute of Cancer Research, we champion diversity as we believe it fuels innovation and drives impactful research. We welcome applicants from all walks of life, valuing diverse perspectives that enrich our work. Don't let a checklist of qualifications hold you back – if you're passionate about the role, we want to hear from you. Your unique experiences and backgrounds contribute to the richness of our team. We are committed to being an equal opportunity for all, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. Join us in creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is heard and valued.