Research Laboratory Manager UCL

British Neuroscience Association; London; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute in the UK is seeking a motivated individual for a role in neuroimmunology research. The successful candidate will manage lab operations, contribute to innovative research, and engage in collaborative projects. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of neuroscience and neuroimmunology, with a focus on understanding neurodegenerative diseases.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in project management.
• Substantial wet-lab experience in an interdisciplinary research environment.
• Strong interest in neuroimmunology and neurodegenerative diseases.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of laboratory operations in collaboration with the PI.
• Contribute to grant writing and preparation of funding reports.
• Design, execute, and lead independent research projects.

Skills

Project Management

Neuroimmunology

Neuroscience

Biomedical Sciences

Computational Biology

Education

MS, PhD, or MD in Neuroimmunology, Neuroscience, Biomedical Sciences, or related field

Job description

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Vacancy Reference Number B02-08716 Closing Date 21 May 2025 Salary £43,374 £51,860 Address UK DRI at UCL, Queen Square- On site Duration The post is available from 01 July 2025 and funded by the UK DRI until 31 May 2027 in the first instance.

The UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) is the biggest UK initiative supporting research to fill the major knowledge gap in our basic understanding of the diseases that cause dementia.

Research from UK DRI at UCL covers the journey from the patient to the laboratory and back to the patient with improved diagnosis, biomarkers and candidate therapies put to the test.

The Hong Laboratory, based in the UK DRI at UCL, aims to understand whether neuro-glia-immune interactions in brain and gut and how they contribute to region-specific vulnerability in neurologic diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. Specifically, the lab is interested in understanding the neuroimmune microenvironments at the synapse in aging and neurodegeneration.

About the role

We offer an exciting opportunity to support a cutting-edge research laboratory at the UK Dementia Research Institute at UCL. We are seeking a highly motivated individual who is passionate about neuroimmunology and neuroscience, and who also understands the essential groundwork involved in managing the day-to-day operations and maintenance of a fast-paced, collaborative lab environment.

You will oversee all aspects of laboratory operations in close collaboration with the PI and other lab members. This position combines research, laboratory management, and administrative responsibilities. There will also be opportunities to design, execute, and lead independent research projects, as well as to contribute to grant writing and the preparation of funding reports.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant research environment at the forefront of disease-related neuroimmunology and neuroscience—within the lab, across the UK DRI, and through collaborations with external academic and industry partners.

You will have an MS, PhD, or MD in neuroimmunology, neuroscience, biomedical sciences, computational biology, or a related field (or equivalent qualification) and demonstrated experience in project management. A strong interest in the research focus of the Hong Laboratory, with a solid biological understanding of neuroimmunology, neuroscience, and neurodegenerative diseases is also required for the role, as is substantial wet-lab experience in an interdisciplinary research environment.

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.

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Dr Soyon Hong ([e-mail]).