Research Assistant London, England
Job description
About us
The Dementia Research Centre, based in the Department of Neurodegenerative Disease at the UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology, is a hub for patient-centred research into dementias. As well as clinical studies and trials in Alzheimer’s disease and other common causes of dementia, we have particular expertise in young onset, inherited, and unusual dementias. The department’s work focuses on identifying and understanding the disease processes that cause dementia, the factors that influence these disease processes, ways to improve diagnosis and treatments, and how best to support people with dementia and their families.
About the role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Research Assistant to join the MRC National Survey of Health and Development Neuroimaging sub-study (also referred to as Insight 46) research team at the Dementia Research Centre. The focus of this major longitudinal research programme is to examine the neuropsychological, neuroimaging, and clinical effects of ageing in a sample of the 1946 British Birth Cohort. You may also contribute to other cohort studies and to ongoing cross-sectional and longitudinal studies of rare and young onset dementias at the Dementia Research Centre.
You will assist with the management of healthy older adults and subjects with dementia and cognitive impairment participating in these projects, including neuropsychological assessment. Duties will include co-ordination of research visits, administration of neuropsychological tests and clinical investigations, data curation and analysis, upkeep of equipment, preparation of test materials and, where appropriate, contributions towards publication of results.
An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, for which a DBS check will be required.
The post is available from 01 August 2023 and funded by a grant from the Alzheimer’s Association for one year in the first instance.
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]).
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Molly Cartlidge ([email protected]).
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You will have an honours degree (minimum 2.1) in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, or a related discipline. An understanding of research methodology is essential, as is a strong working knowledge of data protection and GDPR regulations. Excellent oral and written communication skills, a high level of consideration and care for patients and research subjects, and the ability to be meticulous and accurate in all aspects of work are also a requirement.
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
Starting salary on UCL Grade 6B in the range £35,702 - £37,548 pa including London Allowance.
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.
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.
