Clinical Research Fellow (Dementia Clinical Trials)

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading institute in London is seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to contribute to a team focused on dementia clinical trials. The position requires a licensed UK Medical Practitioner with training up to ST3 level and experience in managing dementia patients. Offering a competitive salary and substantial benefits, this role presents a valuable opportunity in the field of cognitive disorders research.

Benefits

41 days holiday

Option to purchase additional leave days

CARE pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

On-site gym

Enhanced parental pay

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Licensed UK Medical Practitioner.
• Completed general medical training to ST3 level.
• Experience with dementia patients.

Responsibilities

• Join a multi-disciplinary research team managing clinical trials.
• Focus on safety and efficacy of therapies in Alzheimer’s and frontotemporal dementia.
• Work closely in Specialist Cognitive Disorders Clinics.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Initiative

Education

UK Medical Practitioner license

General medical training to ST3 level

MRCP or equivalent

Job description

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

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About the role

We are seeking a Clinical Research Fellow to join a well-established multi-disciplinary research and clinical trials team at the DRC.

You will work on a portfolio of trials under the supervision of Professor Cath Mummery, focusing on assessing the safety and efficacy of disease-modifying therapies in Alzheimer’s disease and frontotemporal dementia, including immunotherapies and gene therapies.

This role offers experience in a clinical research environment focused on cognitive disorders, with close involvement in the Specialist Cognitive Disorders Clinics at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.

An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH NHS Foundation Trust, requiring a DBS check.

The position is available from 01 August, funded initially until 31 July by the Neurogenetic Therapies Programme, with potential for extension.

While primarily full-time, part-time requests (minimum 50% FTE) will be considered.

For accessible application formats or questions, contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team. For informal inquiries, contact Professor Cath Mummery.

A full job description and person specification are accessible below.

About you

You must be a licensed UK Medical Practitioner, with completed general medical training to ST3 level, MRCP or equivalent, and experience with dementia patients. Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational skills, and initiative are essential.

This role qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa or Global Talent visa under UK immigration laws, welcoming international applicants requiring sponsorship.

What we offer

The salary range is £48,000 - £75,000 per annum, including London Allowance, based on NHS contract and training stage.

Benefits include:

• 41 days holiday (27 leave days, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase 5 additional leave days
• CARE pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme