Science Programme Manager (Early Career Researchers) UKDRI

Vacancy Reference Number

B02-06986

Closing Date

5 Jun 2024

Salary

£51,474–£60,521

Address

UK DRI at UCL, Queen Square On site Hybrid (20% - 40% on site)

Duration

The role is available immediately and funded by UK DRI Ltd until 31 March 2028 in the first instance, with likely extension dependent on successful quinquennial review.

About the job

Dementia is the biggest health challenge of our century – currently affecting fifty million people worldwide, projected to triple by 2050, with huge financial, emotional, and social impact on people directly affected, their carers, families, and the community.

Dementia is a symptom of several neurodegenerative disorders, with Alzheimer’s disease accounting for about 60% of cases. To date there is no way to prevent or even slow the rate of progression of neurodegeneration – there is still a major knowledge gap in our basic understanding of the diseases.

The UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) is a globally leading multidisciplinary research institute of over 900 staff investigating the spectrum of neurodegenerative disorders causing dementia, driving a step change in our understanding of neurodegeneration, and accelerating the discovery, development and delivery of interventions that will help diagnose, treat, and ultimately prevent dementia.

About the role

The UK DRI had an outstanding first quinquennial review (2017-22), and its ambitious five-year strategic plan includes a number of initiatives to encourage innovative, collaborative and bold research at all career levels.

We are looking for a scientifically trained, well-organised professional to oversee the Institute's new early career researcher (ECR) career development strategy and contribute to the development and coordination of UK DRI intramural funding opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in science strategy and programme management, who relishes the opportunity to be part of the continuous development and growth of a world leading Institute. The role requires strong analytical, stakeholder engagement and project management skills.

You will provide high level strategic and operational support in developing, promoting and facilitating research initiatives across the UK DRI. As a result, you will have a direct and significant impact on the strategic direction of the national institute.

The UK DRI Central Team is currently an Institute within the Faculty of Brain Sciences at University College London (UCL); over the past few months, UK DRI Ltd has entered into discussion with UCL about taking on the direct employment of most UK DRI Central Team including the role you have applied for.

UK DRI Ltd is still exploring the proposals for change and engaging into meaningful conversations with the UK DRI Central Team. If the proposals and changes are implemented, a TUPE transfer of the team will take place at an agreed future date. The role that you have applied for is a new post and therefore should the TUPE transfer take place, the successful candidate will be employed on a UK DRI contract of employment and offered pay and terms and conditions as established by UK DRI Ltd. As a member of the UK DRI Central Team you will be based across UCL and/or any one of our six UK DRI partner Universities.

UK DRI Ltd will offer a competitive pay and terms and conditions framework and this does not change the salary package as stated in this advert.

Essential Criteria

You’ll have a PhD in neuroscience, biomedical sciences, or a related area, experience of planning and managing multi-stakeholder projects, and familiarity with the national and international research grant funding landscape. An understanding of and interest in the mission of the UK DRI is essential, as is demonstrable experience of designing and organising successful training and career development initiatives for biomedical researchers, and strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.

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.

Contact information

To apply visit here.

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).