Senior Research Fellow (Screening and Pharmacology)UK Sponsorship

Job Description

About the Institute

The Alzheimer’s Research UK Drug Discovery Institute at UCL (ARUK UDDI), based within University College London, is at the forefront of translating scientific discoveries into treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

As part of the Dementia Discovery Alliance, alongside leading centres in Oxford and Cambridge, the institute focuses on accelerating the journey from laboratory research to viable therapeutics for conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.

Located within the UCL Institute of Neurology, the institute offers:

• A highly collaborative translational research environment
  Access to advanced screening technologies and informatics platforms
  Strong links between academia and drug development pipelines

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Research Fellow to join the Screening & Pharmacology team, where you will contribute to the development of drug discovery programmes.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support high-throughput screening workflows
  Analyse complex biological datasets to inform decision-making
  Contribute to target validation and pharmacological studies
  Develop and refine computational and experimental pipelines
  Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to advance projects

This is an exciting opportunity to play a direct role in advancing potential treatments for neurodegenerative diseases.

Candidate Profile

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A PhD in a relevant biological or biomedical discipline
  Postdoctoral research experience
  Experience within a drug discovery or therapeutic development setting
  Strong expertise in analysing high-throughput screening data
  Confidence using scientific databases and data analysis tools

You will also demonstrate:

• The ability to translate data into meaningful scientific insights
  Strong organisational and communication skills
  A collaborative mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  Career Opportunity

This role offers the chance to:

• Work at the interface of academic research and drug development
  Contribute to meaningful, real-world healthcare innovation
  Build expertise in pharmacology, screening technologies, and informatics
  Engage with leading researchers across the Dementia Discovery Alliance

Salary & Benefits

UCL provides a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• 41 days annual leave (including bank holidays and closure days)
  Option to purchase additional leave
  Defined benefit pension scheme (CARE)
  Cycle-to-work scheme and travel loans
  Immigration loan support
  On-site childcare and fitness facilities
  Enhanced family leave policies
  Employee wellbeing and assistance programmes

Visa Sponsorship

This position is eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and may also qualify under the Global Talent visa route. International applicants are encouraged to apply.

Application Process

To apply, please submit:

A current CV
A supporting statement or cover letter outlining how you meet the role criteria

For queries or accessibility support, contact: ion.hradmin@ucl.ac.uk

For informal discussions: Dr Fiona Jeganathan

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

The institute fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment where diversity is valued and individual contributions are recognised.

• Athena SWAN Gold Award holder
  Active commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives
  Encouragement for applications from underrepresented groups

UCL is committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive and contribute to impactful research.

Why Join UCL?

Joining UCL means becoming part of a globally respected research community dedicated to tackling some of the most pressing challenges in healthcare. You will be supported in your professional growth while contributing to meaningful scientific advancements.