Research Data Steward

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About us

The Dementia Research Centre (DRC) is a hub for patient-centred dementia research. Alongside clinical studies and trials in Alzheimer’s disease and other common causes of dementia, we have particular expertise in young onset, inherited and unusual dementias. Our work focuses on understanding the disease processes that cause dementia, the factors that influence them, improving diagnosis and treatments, and supporting people with dementia and their families.

About the role

We are seeking a Research Data Steward to join the DRC and be a part of an internationally recognised multidisciplinary team working on Insight 46, a landmark longitudinal study of ageing and neurodegenerative diseases. Spanning over a decade, Insight 46 follows participants from the MRC National Survey of Health and Development (NSHD) to explore healthy ageing and identify individuals in the earliest stages of Alzheimer’s disease. This research is helping to uncover how cognitive changes develop across the lifespan and how life-course factors influence brain health, with the potential to inform early interventions that could alter disease trajectories. The study is preparing to share its extensive imaging datasets nationally and internationally, offering you the chance to contribute to a global effort to transform dementia research.

In this role, you will support the curation, pipeline setup, and transfer of MRI and PET imaging data, working closely with the (ARC) – UCL’s hub for high-performance computing, digital infrastructure, and research innovation. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge brain health research, gain hands-on experience with world-class imaging data, and play a key role in projects with national and international impact.

The post is available immediately and funded by the Alzheimer’s Association until 31 December 2026 in the first instance. When this funding ends, there is the option for the post-holder to transfer to an open-ended position within ARC, subject to a satisfactory performance evaluation during their time at the Dementia Research Centre.

This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 40% of time on site.

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 ( ).

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Heidi Murray-Smith ( ).

A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below. To apply, please upload a current CV, complete the online application form, and use the supporting statement section or upload a cover letter to outline how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. Please do not upload any additional attachments as these will not be considered by the selection panel.

About you

You’ll have a PhD, or equivalent professional expertise relevant to the role, experience of working with large, complex or rapidly changing datasets in an academic or industrial research environment, and familiarity with medical imaging data. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to work confidently with sensitive and confidential data while adhering to data protection and information governance standards, are essential for this role. You will be familiar with Open Science and Open Research principles and committed to producing reliable, sustainable, and trustworthy outputs. You will also have experience authoring high-quality technical documents – including research papers, white papers, or documentation describing technology solutions – and a proven ability to communicate complex or technical information clearly to diverse audiences.

This role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa certificate of sponsorship under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore UCL will not be able to sponsor individuals who require right to work in the UK to carry out this role.

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• On-site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance

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We will consider applications to work on a part-time, flexible, and job share basis wherever possible.

This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit for more information.

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The Institute prides itself on operating in an all-inclusive environment irrespective of personal, physical, or social characteristics. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and we are committed to advancing the careers of everyone. 12% of Institute staff are actively working on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) initiatives; visit our for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an , in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce; these include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, LGBTQI+ and gender diverse people in all roles, and women in Grade 9 and 10 roles.

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