Cognitive Disorders Clinical Research Fellow

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites candidates to apply for an exciting opportunity as a full-time Clinical Research Fellow post based at the Dementia Research Centre, at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed individual with excellent communication and clinical skills to join our clinical research team at the Dementia Research Centre. This centre is internationally renowned for performing groundbreaking research into dementia, with particular focus on familial dementias and translational research. Early phase clinical trials are a high priority: looking for disease modification therapies using cutting edge methods such as immunotherapy and gene silencing.

Alongside the interventional trials, we run longitudinal cohort studies in normal ageing (1946), genetic FTD (GENFI) and AD (DIAN) looking for biomarkers of early disease and to better understand the pathophysiology. We work closely with basic science colleagues at the Dementia Research Institute and collaborate on multiple translational projects.

This post would suit someone who is looking to enhance their understanding of research in dementia without initial commitment to a PhD.

• Applicants must have a relevant medical degree and be fully registered with the GMC by the expected start date (ASAP). A good knowledge of neurology and an interest in research are essential.

The successful candidate will be primarily involved in clinical trials as part of the DRC clinical trials unit led by Cath Mummery. This is a multidisciplinary team with extensive experience in first‑in‑human, highly complex trials. The candidate will be able to take part in the cognitive disorders clinics and other educational opportunities at the DRC. They will also have the opportunity to get involved in other aspects of research.

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top‑quality patient care, excellent education, and world‑class research.

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women’s health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world‑class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

For further details / informal visits contact:
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Karen Green

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