Research Assistant

Job title:

Research Assistant

Company

University College London

Job description

About usThe is home to a collaboration of interlinked neurological research areas, each one focused on advancing translational scientific knowledge to further patient recovery and management, and educating through teaching and academic supervision.The Department encourages collaboration both within its various teams as well as with other departments across the Institute of Neurology, the National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, the Faculty of Brain Sciences and UCL at large.The High-Dimensional Neurology Group develops complex, high-fidelity models of brain dysfunction deployable within established clinical pathways, creating end-to-end prototype systems rapidly translatable into clinical reality. It operates across neurology, with an emphasis on actionable disorders with substantial population-level footprint, such as stroke and brain tumours.About the roleThe Programme for High-Dimensional Neurology will create a comprehensive, large-scale, multi-site, hospital-embedded framework for complex modelling of rich clinical and brain imaging data, and deliver a suite of real-world applications across stroke, neuroradiology, and acute cognitive dysfunction.You will join a team of outstanding researchers with a passion for innovation with rapid, real-world impact, achievable within the life-time of the project. This is a superb training opportunity for those seeking an academic career in translational research and for those intending to move to industry through new spin-outs or established enterprises.The Research Assistant post is offered part-time at 21.9 hours per week (0.6 Full Time Equivalent) and the Research Fellow post is offered part-time at 18.25 hours per week (0.5 Full Time Equivalent. This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 50% of time on site and will require travel to different locations in the UK.The post is available from 07 July 2025 at 21.9 hours per week and is funded by the National Brain Appeal to 31 August 2026 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 ( ).Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Dr Harpreet Hyare ( ).A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.About youYou will have an Honours degree in mathematics, engineering or computer science or equivalent industrial experience. General machine learning experience, and an interest in research and a commitment to supporting high quality research, is essential, as is knowledge of complex modelling within neuroscience, neuroimaging or healthcare, and higher language programming skills including Python.Knowledge of software development cycles and practises, experience of translating science and engineering into real world solutions is desirable, as is experience with common neuroimaging and statistical analysis software packages.We will also consider candidates with a PhD in a relevant area.What we offerThe starting salary for a Research Assistant is on UCL Grade 6B in the range £23,164.20 – £24,753 [60% of £38,607 – £41,255] per annum per annum including London Allowance.We will also consider candidates with a PhD in a relevant area, appointed as a Research Fellow at UCL Grade 7 £22,430 – £25,930 (i.e., 50% of £44,860 – £51,860) per annum 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
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

Visit 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 .Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and InclusionThe 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 for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an , 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.Available documents

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Location

North West London

Job date

Thu, 29 May 2025 07:29:58 GMT

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