clinical research associate London, England
Job description
About us
The UCL Huntington’s Disease (HD) Centre, based in the Department of Neurodegenerative Disease, is a world-leading focus of research and clinical care in HD. Current research focuses on identifying the best combination of outcome measures (biomarkers) to assess disease onset and progression, and an increasing number of therapies are now being trialled, offering hope to hundreds of affected patients and families.
Professor Wild leads multiple international studies to evaluate biomarkers and pathways of relevance to HD that will enable the development of new treatments. This includes HDClarity, an ongoing study that generates high quality samples of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), the fluid that surrounds the brain and spinal cord and may provide information about the brain and nervous system that is impossible to obtain in any way.
About the role
The primary purpose of the Clinical Research Fellow is to act as the Study Physician for the multi-site HDClarity study; this role is central to the good conduct of the HDClarity study and involves carrying out training of clinical sites, leading site initiation visits, helping site personnel to resolve clinical and technical issues, undertaking analyses, and writing up study-wide research findings. The secondary purpose is patient-facing clinical research activity, as both lead physician for the UCL HDClarity clinical site and one of a team of physicians implementing the HD clinical trial programme.
The role provides a comprehensive grounding in cutting-edge neurodegeneration research, encompassing laboratory, clinical trial, and multisite leadership elements. You’ll have the opportunity to undertake an independent programme of laboratory biomarker research and will be supported in undertaking a higher research degree; you will also have the opportunity to participate in the award-winning NHNN HD clinic, as well as other general and specialist neurology clinics of your choosing, to ensure broad clinical training.
An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, for which a DBS check will be required.
The role is available immediately and funded by CHDI Foundation, Inc. until 30 April 2025 in the first instance.
This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 60% on site.
If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ([email protected]).
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You’ll be a registered medical practitioner permitted to practise in the UK, have completed general medical training to SHO/ST2 level (or equivalent), and have extensive experience in clinical management of adult Neurology/genetics at ST3 level or above.
You’ll have demonstrable experience and independent proficiency in lumbar puncture, familiarity with regulatory requirements and research governance, and possess excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.
What we offer
The role is offered in the range of £39,454 - £62,598 per annum including London Allowance, on the CL, JDPS, or StR scale, dependent on stage of clinical training.
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:
- 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
- Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Immigration loan
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.
We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.
This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit our EDI website for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.
We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.
