Research Assistant: Dementia Risk Advice (1.0 FTE)

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The UCL Eastman Dental Institute is hiring a Research Assistant for a project focused on dementia risk factors. This role involves statistical analysis, collaboration with health experts, and contributions to research publications. Successful candidates will hold a Master’s degree and have experience analyzing large datasets. Competitive salary and benefits include generous holiday, pension schemes, and more.

Benefits

41 Days holiday

Additional annual leave purchase

Defined benefit pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Relocation scheme

On-site gym

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in epidemiology, statistics, or a related field required.
• Experience with large datasets and statistical software.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical analysis using CPRD data.
• Collaborate with experts and co-author scientific papers.
• Mentor MSc/PhD students where appropriate.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Passion for dementia research

Education

Master’s degree in epidemiology, statistics, or a related field

Tools

Stata

R

Job description

Research Assistant: Dementia Risk Advice (1.0 FTE), London

Client:

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

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Posted:

02.06.2025

Expiry Date:

17.07.2025

Job Description:

About the role

What You’ll Achieve
As a Research Assistant on the PRACTICAL study, you will contribute to shaping national dementia prevention strategies by analysing large-scale primary care data to identify modifiable risk factors. Your work will inform health economics by translating clinical insights into population-level cost implications. You’ll help drive evidence-based policy through impactful publications and stakeholder engagement, and support community empowerment by contributing to tools and advice aimed at delaying dementia onset.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct rigorous statistical analysis using CPRD (Clinical Practice Research Datalink) data
• Collaborate with leading experts in psychiatry, primary care, and health economics
• Co-author scientific papers and contribute to public-facing materials
• Work with patient and public involvement (PPI) groups to ensure relevance of research
• Support related studies and mentor MSc/PhD students where appropriate

Application Process
All adverts will remain open for a minimum of two weeks.We may close applications early if we receive a high volume, so early submission is encouraged. Please use the personal statement section of your application to clearly explain how you meet each essential and desirable criterion in the person specification.

Further Information
For questions about the role or application process, contact:

About you

The post holder would be expected to have:

• A Master’s degree in epidemiology, statistics, or a related field.
• Experience conducting statistical analyses with large datasets and statistical software (, Stata or R).
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A passion for dementia research and public health impact.

What we offer

• Fixed-term contract with external funding until 31 March
• Appointment at Grade (£38, incl. London Allowance)

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some 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 and expenses
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service

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Created on 02/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom