Clinical Research Fellow

UK Dementia Research Institute; London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading institute focused on neuroscience research invites applications for a Clinical Research Fellow position. This role involves daily operations of clinical trials, from participant recruitment to data analysis, within a supportive academic environment offering pathways to a PhD. The ideal candidate will have a medical background with a strong interest in neurology and research methodology.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Defined benefit pension scheme

On-site gym

Cycle to work scheme

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Practitioner, licensed to practice in the UK.
• Completed CMT/IMT training.
• Understanding of neurological conditions and research methodology.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to UK-wide recruitment strategy for OCTOPUS project.
• Conduct clinical assessments and data analysis.
• Coordinate blood collection and participate in research projects.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal

Organisational

Education

MRCP

Job description

The main focus of the Department of Neuroinflammation is research into multiple sclerosis (MS), and we employ a broad range of basic and clinical methods, including clinical therapeutic trials.

The Optimal Clinical Trials Platform for Progressive Multiple Sclerosis (OCTOPUS) is a multi-arm, multi-stage (MAMS) adaptive platform trial designed to accelerate the development of re-purposed or novel treatments aimed at slowing or halting disability progression. The trial is being conducted at neuroscience sites across the UK, including the Queen Square MS Centre (QSMSC). Treatments tested within the platform will primarily target the mechanisms of neuroprotection and remyelination.

About the role

We are seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to work on all clinical aspects of the OCTOPUS project, led by Professor Jeremy Chataway (UCL, Chief Investigator) and Professor Max Parmar (Director, MRC CTU, UCL). You will work closely with Professor Chataway and the UCL MRC CTU team on the daily operations of the trial. Responsibilities include contributing to the UK-wide recruitment strategy, pre-screening participants from the OCTOPUS expression of interest portal, recruiting and consenting patients at UCLH, conducting clinical assessments, and collaborating on data collection, processing, and interpretation.

You will also coordinate blood collection and analysis and participate in broader data analysis activities. As part of the post’s academic nature, you will be expected to contribute to ongoing and new research projects and will have the opportunity to be involved in both acute and long-term care of people with MS.

You will have the option to enrol as a doctoral student and complete a PhD alongside employment.

An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust (and any other Trusts where the postholder may provide input), for which a DBS check will be required.

The post is available from 01 August 2026 and is funded by OCTOPUS until 31 December 2028 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 ([e-mail] ).

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.

About you

You will be a registered Medical Practitioner, licensed to practise in the UK, and have completed CMT/IMT training and MRCP. You should have an understanding of the biology of neurological conditions and/or assessments and of research methodology, with evidence of effective research carried out under direction, and be capable of providing clinical supervision. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, along with the ability to work independently and act on your own initiative, are essential for this role.

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 with salary in the range of £48,580 - £75,038 per annum including London Allowance, on the CL, RDPS, or StR scale, dependent on NHS contract and/or 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
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service

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; visitour 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.

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