About the role
We are looking for a Research Fellow to undertake high quality research in the field of cognitive neuroscience under the supervision of Professor Ray Dolan, in collaboration with Dr Marc Busche and Professor Gareth Barnes. The research will focus on detecting early neural biomarkers of neurodegenerative disease using non-invasive neuroimaging techniques including MEG and Optically Pumped Magnetometers (OPMs). The post is part of a recently announced quantum hub, Q-BIOMED, which aims to exploit advances in quantum sensors for diagnosis, funded by UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).
This is a great opportunity for innovative input, including developing independent lines of research. You will be expected to exploit computational approaches to brain function (for example, through use of magnetoencephalography) and behaviour to leverage insights into how early phases of neurodegenerative disease impact upon cognition. The post offers opportunities for the successful candidate to innovate and develop novel lines of research.
The post is available immediately and is funded for two years in the first instance with the possibility of extension to three years.
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 ().
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Ray Dolan ().
The advert will close on 15 December at 23:59 GMT, however early expression of interest is recommended as we will be reviewing applications at regular intervals.
We expect to hold interviews on or around 10 January .
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You’ll have a PhD in computational neuroscience, psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or a related area, as well as experience of conducting neuroscience research and a good publication record of high-quality research results commensurate with your career stage. Experience in conducting neuroimaging using MEG/ EEG, and data collection and analysis, coupled with good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are 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
Appointment as Research Fellow is dependent upon having been awarded a PhD; if this is not the case, initial appointment will be as Research Assistant (salary £38, - £41, per annum) with appointment as Research Fellow being backdated to the date of final submission of the PhD thesis.
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
