About the role
This role sits within the NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) Hub delivered by Imperial College London, University College London, Queen Mary University of London and King’s College London. You will play a key part in supporting innovation in applied health and social care research, with a particular focus on advising industry partners and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the health technology, medical technology, and life sciences sectors.
As a specialist in translational approaches and an expert in research design, you will provide high‑quality methodological, regulatory, and strategic advice to innovators, clinicians, academics, and health and social care professionals. You will contribute to the NIHR RSS Specialist Service for Industry, supporting the development of competitive funding applications, facilitating routes to market, and helping to translate innovative ideas into real‑world practice.
Application Details:
1. This is an open-ended contract with fixed-term funding until 30th September in the first instance
2. 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.
Application Process:
3. A full job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
4. Please use the personal statement section to explain how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification
Contact Details:
5. If you have any queries regarding the vacancy or the application process, please contact Dr Elaine Kingwell [email: ]
6. If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact the PCPH HR Administrator [email: ]
About you
You will bring a strong background in applied health or social care research, underpinned by a PhD or equivalent experience, with expertise in translational research, quantitative methods, and the development or review of funding applications.
You will be skilled at engaging with diverse partners, including SMEs, academics, and clinicians.
Excellent communication and consultancy abilities are essential, along with a clear understanding of the regulatory, governance, and funding pathways that support innovation.
Highly organised and collaborative, you will be able to work across multidisciplinary teams and contribute to translating innovative ideas into impactful health and social care research.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents we also offer some great benefits some of which are below:
7. 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
8. Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
9. Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
10. Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
11. Immigration loan and expenses
12. Relocation scheme for certain posts
13. On-Site nursery
14. On-site gym
15. Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
16. Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
17. Discounted medical insurance