MJFF Multi-Brain Bank Neurodegenerative Disease Research Coordinator(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About UCL and the Department

University College London (UCL) is a world-leading research university with a global reputation for excellence in biomedical science, neuroscience, and clinical research.

The Department of Clinical and Movement Neurosciences is internationally recognised for its work across the full spectrum of movement disorders and neurodegenerative disease. The Department brings together clinicians and scientists from across the Queen Square and Royal Free campuses, including the Reta Lila Weston Institute and the Movement Disorders Centre.

Its research directly supports UK and international priorities in neurological health and translational medicine, operating within national research governance frameworks

The Role

UCL is seeking a Research Coordinator to play a central role in delivering a high-profile, Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF)–funded multi-brain bank digital pathology initiative focused on neurodegenerative disease.

This post sits at the heart of an ambitious international collaboration that aims to bring together large-scale digital pathology collections — in partnership with the 10k Brains Project — to accelerate pathology-driven research into neurodegenerative disorders.

You will be responsible for coordinating day-to-day operations and supporting the strategic delivery of this complex, multi-centre programme.

Key Responsibilities

As Research Coordinator, you will:

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the MJFF-funded project
• Coordinate activities across international research centres and brain banks
• Track project milestones, timelines, and deliverables
• Prepare reports, documentation, and materials for funders and partners
• Support and supervise members of the project research team
• Manage project budgets and financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with UK research governance, data protection, and ethical standards
• This role contributes directly to responsible data sharing and digital research infrastructure in line with UK policy frameworks

Project Impact

The multi-brain bank initiative aims to transform how neuropathological data are accessed and analysed, enabling researchers worldwide to interrogate disease mechanisms at scale. This work supports broader UK ambitions in health data science and biomedical innovatio

About You

You will be a highly organised and proactive professional, comfortable working across disciplines, institutions, and international boundaries.

You will bring:

• An honours degree (minimum 2:1) in a relevant subject
• Experience coordinating or managing multi-centre research projects
• Experience working in an academic or research-intensive environment
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Experience supporting complex research collaborations or grant-funded projects will be particularly valuable.

Visa Sponsorship

This role meets the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker and Global Talent visa sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. UCL welcomes applications from international candidates who require a visa

What UCL Offers

In addition to the opportunity to contribute to internationally significant neuroscience research, UCL offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 41 days’ annual leave (27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, 6 closure days)
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional days’ leave
• Defined benefit CARE pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• On-site nursery and gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Staff Support Service (Employee Assistance Programme)
• Discounted private medical insurance
• Flexible Working
• UCL will consider applications for part-time, flexible, or job-share arrangements wherever operationally feasible.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

UCL is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and able to thrive. The Institute of Neurology actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion and holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award in recognition of its progress in advancing gender equality.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are underrepresented in higher education and research, including people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender-diverse people, and women at senior grades.

National guidance on equality legislation is available

How to Apply

To apply, please:

• Upload a current CV
• Complete the online application form
• Use the supporting statement section (or upload a cover letter) to demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria

Please do not upload additional documents, as these will not be considered.