Research Associate in Human Neurophysiology

Research Associate in Human Neurophysiology

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Overview

We have an exciting opportunity to join a multi‑centre study to track disease progression in motor neurone disease (MND). The study will use high density surface EMG and will focus on the monitoring of patients being treated by toferson, an antisense oligonucleotide treatment for patients with a mutation in the superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) gene. The post will involve delivery of the study in Sheffield, performing high density surface EMG and analysing data using advanced approaches.

The project is led by Dr James Bashford (Kings College London); the local lead in Sheffield is Dr James Alix. Candidates are encouraged to contact Dr James Alix () to discuss the project prior to application.

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Day-to-day running of the clinical research in Sheffield, adhering to the study protocol and Good Clinical Practice guidelines.
• Perform advanced surface EMG recordings on patients with motor neurone disease and collect additional data as required by the study protocol.
• Work independently and as part of a team to deliver the research objectives in line with the project outline.
• Coordinate activities with the local PI and clinical research team and the lead centre (Kings College London).
• Assist in the writing of the project reports and publications.
• Carry out other duties, commensurate with the grade and remit of the post.

Person Specification

Our diverse community of staff and students recognises the unique abilities, backgrounds, and beliefs of all. We foster a culture where everyone feels they belong and is respected. Even if your past experience doesn't match perfectly with this role's criteria, your contribution is valuable, and we encourage you to apply. Please ensure that you reference the application criteria in the application statement when you apply.

Essential

and Desirable Criteria

• A PhD in Neuroscience or related discipline, or equivalent experience.
• Essential
  :
  Experience in human neurophysiology.
• Desirable
  :
  Experience in clinical research and Good Clinical Practice.
• Essential
  :
  Ability to convey complex information to non‑experts.
• Essential
  :
  Experience in scientific writing and presentations.
• Desirable
  :
  Ability to organise and plan complex activities effectively.
• Essential
  :
  Generic IT skills e.g. statistical software, Microsoft office suite.
• Desirable
  :
  Experience in statistical methods.
• Essential
  :
  Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team to meet deadlines.

Further Information

• Grade
  : 7.3 – 7.5
• Salary
  : £38,784 – £41,064
• Work arrangement
  :
  Full‑time
• Duration
  : 01.03.2026 – 28.02.2028
• Line manager
  :
  Senior Clinical Lecturer
• Direct reports
  :
  Senior Clinical Lecturer
• Our website
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Next steps in the recruitment process

It is anticipated that the selection process will take place in the week commencing 26th January. This will consist of an interview. We may ask to for a short presentation concerning research you have been involved in. If so, please ensure you have the permission from the principal investigator of the work to present the work. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the…