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Research Fellow (Pathology)

UCL Eastman Dental Institute

London

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GBP 44,000 - 51,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Job summary

UCL Eastman Dental Institute is seeking a Research Fellow for the RLW BRAIN programme, aiming to enhance diagnostic accuracy and biomarker discovery through AI and machine learning. Candidates should possess a medical degree and relevant clinical experience, with a competitive salary and robust benefits package offered.

Benefits

41 days of holiday
Defined benefit pension scheme
Cycle to work scheme
On-site gym
Enhanced family leave policies
Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

  • Experience in neurology, neuropathology, or neurodegenerative disease research.
  • Background in clinical and/or basic research.
  • Knowledge of large-scale clinical datasets and imaging.

Responsibilities

  • Develop AI and ML models based on image and language data.
  • Coordinate day-to-day team activities and ensure communication.
  • Contribute to clinical research and diagnostic activities.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Machine Learning (ML)
Clinical Research
Multi-omics Data Integration

Education

Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHRs)

Job description

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We are seeking a Research Fellow with a clinical background to join the RLW BRAIN programme, which aims to generate detailed datasets of clinical, neuropathological, biomarker, and tissue omics (proteome, lipidome, posttranslational modifications), as well as spatial transcriptomic data.

You will work with digital pathology datasets, develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) models based on image and language data, and contribute to advancing diagnostic accuracy, biomarker discovery, and disease stratification through innovative research. This role offers a valuable opportunity for a motivated individual to gain research experience and develop academic credentials toward a PhD.

You will be part of an exciting, large multicentre research project, contributing to clinical research, assisting with day-to-day team coordination, and ensuring high levels of functionality and communication. There is also an opportunity to participate in clinical diagnostic activities at QSBB and the Division of Neuropathology.

The position is available immediately and funded by the Reta Lila Weston Trust until 29 February.

If you need reasonable adjustments or an accessible format for applying online, or have questions about the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ().

For informal inquiries about the role, contact Professor Tom Warner () and Dr Zane Jaunmuktane ().

A full job description and person specification are available below.

About you

You should have a Medical degree (MBBS, MD, or equivalent) with clinical experience in neurology, neuropathology, or neurodegenerative disease research, along with a background in clinical and/or basic research. Knowledge of multi-omics data integration (genomics, proteomics, metabolomics) and experience with large-scale clinical datasets, imaging, and electronic health records (EHRs) are required.

This role qualifies for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. UCL welcomes applications from international applicants requiring a visa.

What we offer

The Research Fellow position offers a salary range of £44,000 - £51,000 per annum, including London Allowance.

Resident Doctors in training will be appointed as Clinical Research Fellows with salaries from £49,000 to £75,000 per annum, depending on NHS contract/stage of training.

Additional benefits include:

  • 41 days holiday (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 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
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