Job Summary
You will be supervised by Professor Paul Edison who leads the Imperial Memory Research Centre within the Department of Brain Sciences. The Centre evaluates neuroinflammation and other neurodegenerative processes such as synaptic function, mitochondrial function, amyloid and tau and structural functional changes in neurodegeneration using PET, MRI and CSF markers, and involves both basic and translational imaging.
Job responsibilities
* Lead and undertake research of the highest quality in the broad area of dementia and cognitive impairment.
* Undertake research studies, contribute to ongoing studies and develop new studies in discussion with Prof Edison.
* Undertake appropriate clinical evaluation of patients and other tasks for effective running of the research.
* Participate in data analysis, manuscript writing (original research and reviews) and publications.
* Attend research meetings and seminars within the group and at scientific conferences.
* Undertake necessary training and/or development.
* Plan and assist with writing future research proposals for funding and fellowship applications under the direction of Prof Edison.
* Be part of memory and cognition clinics under Prof. Paul Edison and undertake appropriate administration tasks.
* Ensure data is accurate, up-to-date and complete; attend relevant meetings and undertake necessary training and development.
About the role / Project details
This post is funded by the ISAP study, a double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group, superiority trial in collaboration with the University of Oxford. You will work on this project, and other projects in Professor Edison’s portfolio, helping to recruit and cognitively assess patients and coordinate patient care. You will have the opportunity to plan and write future proposals for funding, as well as your own fellowship application.
What we are looking for
* Degree in medicine (MBBS) and GMC registration.
* Clinical experience in a relevant discipline, such as neurology or general medicine.
* Well-organised with problem-solving experience in research projects.
* Experience administering relevant neurology symptom-related questionnaires is desirable but not essential.
* You will receive training in clinical trial management and how to write high-impact papers and research applications.
What we can offer
* The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution with dedicated support and a transparent promotion process.
* Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year) and generous pension schemes.
* A diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with staff networks and wellbeing resources.
Details
This is a fixed-term, full-time post, funded until 31 December 2026, starting December 2025. Applicants may be in or out of training. The appointment will be made to the relevant NHS matched scale as appropriate. For further details, contact Professor Paul Edison at paul.edison@imperial.ac.uk.
Employer
Imperial College London, The Hammersmith Hospital, Du Cane Road, London, W12 0NN
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