About the role

The post holder will join the Center for Preventive Neurology at the Wolfson Institute for Population Health at Queen Mary University of London. The post holder will be expected to work on two major research projects, focusing on multiple sclerosis and dementia and funded by Alzheimers Research UK and the NIHR. They are expected to assist in all aspects of studies, including study coordination, recruitment, sample acquisition and analysis, data entry, and basic data analysis/quality control.

About you

Candidates must have a good grade (first or upper second) in a scientific subject and a broad understanding of the research process. The ideal candidate will also have knowledge of good clinical practice and regulations relating to data protection and security. Experience working with patients and clinical research data would be advantageous.

About the center

The Center for Preventive Neurology is at the forefront of international research and brings together a team of experts to conduct revolutionary new research into dementia, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson’s disease. The centers focus on academic discipline, research, translation of research into health strategies and their practical implementation – all dedicated to reducing disease and disability.

About Queen Mary

At Queen Mary University of London, we believe that diversity of ideas helps us achieve the previously unimaginable.

Throughout our history, we have promoted social justice and improved lives through academic excellence. We continue to live and breathe this spirit today, not simply because it is “the right thing to do” but for what it helps us to achieve and the intellectual brilliance it provides.

We continue to embrace diversity of thought and opinion in everything we do, believing that when perspectives collide, disciplines interact, and perspectives intersect, truly original thought takes shape.

benefits

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days holiday per annum (part-time/fixed-term pro rata), a season ticket loan scheme, and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a combination of work-life balance, comprehensive, family-friendly employment policies, campus amenities and flexible working arrangements.

The publication is based in Charterhouse Square. It is a full-time (35 hours per week), fixed-term appointment for 12 months. The salary will be Grade 4 at £38,419 – £39,022 per annum, including London Allowance.