Research Assistant [EARTH]

Using spatial data provided by the line manager and Co-Investigator of the project the successful candidate will:

• Map the spatial distribution of total hospitalised cardiovascular events at LSOA level in Wales (2021-2025)
• Map the spatial distribution of total hospitalised patients at LSOA level in Wales (2021-2025)
• Map the spatial distribution of deaths due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) as primary cause, at LSOA level in Wales (2021-2025).
• Map the spatial distribution of premature deaths due to cardiovascular disease (CVD) as primary cause, at LSOA level in Wales (2021-2025).
• Perform the possible spatial analysis based on the data provided e.g. hotspot, spatial correlation analysis, service areas, etc.
• Support any other GIS tasks as necessary

Person Specification

• Proficiency in ArcGIS Pro or QGIS.

Optional Skills

• Postgraduates are particularly welcome to apply as this role may suit the skills developed over your studies
• Proficiency in R.
• Interest on the topic of health inequality.
• Conversant with National Health System (NHS).
• Conversant with the geography of Wales.

About The Company

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