Job Description

Ref Number

B02-09009

Professional Expertise

Clinical

Department

School of Life & Medical Sciences (B02)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

See advert text

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

On site

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

17-Jul-2025

About us

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The UCL Queen Square Institute of Neurology Department of Clinical and Movement Neurosciences is a world-leading group that brings together expertise across the clinical and basic science spectrum of the physiology and pathology of human movement and movement disorders.



The Department offers excellent training in research for clinical and non-clinical students wishing to obtain higher degrees. We have excellent well-funded and modern multidisciplinary facilities for studying cellular and animal models, human volunteers and patients with neurological disorders.

About the role

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We are recruiting a Clinical Research Fellow in Neurology and Neurogenetics to develop a research project related to the improved understanding and treatment of Parkinson's disease and related movement disorders such as PSP, CBD and MSA.



You will be based at the UCL Movement Disorders Centre, spanning the Royal Free and Queen Square sites, and will develop and execute a research project in Parkinson's disease/related disorder biology related to the analysis of genetics and clinical data under the supervision of Professor Huw Morris. The project will include training in data analysis related to biomarkers, genetics and pathology data and there will be training in patient assessment as part of clinical trials protocols.



This international project will recruit over 300,000 participants and the researcher will liaise closely with Cohort Integration and Parkinson's Plus working group members, and the other working groups of GP2 including Monogenic, Under-represented populations, and a data analysis working group. Ultimately, we will build an open access resource for Parkinson's researchers accessible through the AMP-PD/Terra/Verily platform.



There will be the possibility of commencing a higher degree (PhD) as part of the role.



An honorary contract will be sought from UCLH and Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust, for which a DBS check will be required.



The post is available immediately and funded from grants awarded to Professor Huw Morris until 31 July 2026.



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 (ion.hradmin@ucl.ac.uk).



Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Huw Morris (h.morris@ucl.ac.uk).



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

About you

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You'll be a registered medical practitioner licensed to practise in the UK and have experience in clinical and/or basic science research at in Neurology at SHO (NTN) level or above. Good clinical, communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills with a methodical approach to gathering data are also 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

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The role is offered 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 Immigration loan On-site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance

Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.



We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.



This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff for more information.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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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; visit our 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.