Job Description

Ref Number

B04-06380

Professional Expertise

Research and Research Support

Department

UCL BEAMS (B04)

Location

London

Working Pattern

Full time

Salary

43,981-52,586

Contract Type

Fixed-term

Working Type

Hybrid

Available for Secondment

No

Closing Date

14-Sep-2025

About us

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The Department of Mathematics at UCL is an internationally renowned department within one of the world's most prestigious universities. This appointment is part of the SPROCKET Hub (Systems and Process Redesign and Optimisation at Childhood Key Events and Transitions), funded by NIHR/EPSRC. SPROCKET is a multidisciplinary Hub which brings together experts in operational research; systems thinking; health services research; clinical paediatric practice; innovation implementation and evaluation; design of interventions for people with disabilities; community facilitators; parents of children with complex health needs; special educational needs experts; and experts in co-production. Our aim is to transform the delivery of services for children and young people with complex health needs.

About the role

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This appointment is one of several research associate positions that are or will be advertised through SPROCKET, with this appointment focused on the

systems thinking / system dynamics

workstream. This role presents an exciting opportunity for career development in systems thinking / system dynamics that also will have a real impact on services for children with complex health needs.

About you

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Please see JD for detailed information.

What we offer

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As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) (on a pro-rata basis for part-time employees) Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan On-Site nursery On-site gym Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service Discounted medical insurance Any candidates unable to apply online or with queries regarding the application process should contact Mrs Ruksana Begum, email ruksana.begum@ucl.ac.uk. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Professor Sonya Crowe, email sonya.crowe@ucl.ac.uk.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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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+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women. You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here : https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/