The two Centre Research Administrators play a pivotal role in supporting the Centre Manager in delivering operational administrative assistance to scientists and their laboratory research teams within the UK DRI at UCL. This varied and exciting role encompasses a range of responsibilities which support the efficient functioning of the Centre. In this dynamic administrative role, the Centre Research Administrator is the first point of contact for research, technical, and academic staff. Responsibilities include managing various tasks such as grant application costing, financial administration, event organization, committee servicing, and onboarding of visitors and honorary staff. Additionally, the role entails facilitating internal communications within the Centre and maintaining effective collaboration with external stakeholders. You will have experience and understanding of grant administration, financial processes, post award budget management, and applying for research funding including application requirements and financial costs. Experience of working in an administrative role within Higher Education is essential, as is experience of independently organising events or managing small projects. High-level numeracy skills, confidence in managing and analysing financial data using tools such as Excel, excellent oral and written communication skills, strong problem solving abilities and good organisational skills are also a requirement. Reference No: B02-07664 Closing date: 29-10-2024
https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/search-ucl-jobs/details?jobId=28067&jobTitle=Centre+Research+AdministratorWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Lab Manager to oversee the operations of our state-of-the-art research facilities. With responsibility for all UK DRI laboratory spaces, you will ensure that our lab members adhere to departmental guidelines and maintain high standards of safety and efficiency. As part of a small technical team including the Senior Technical Manager and departmental technicians, your role will be pivotal in supporting UK DRI research activities. While you will not have line management duties, you will play a key role in fostering the UK DRI’s culture of collaboration, engagement, and proactivity. You will play a critical role as part of the Centre’s governance structure supporting the Centre Director and working closely with the Centre Manger, Project Officer, and Administrator. To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: BSc in biological sciences or related area or equivalent experience Demonstrable experience in a laboratory, particularly in a research environment maintaining tissue culture labs, and experience of practical problem solving and troubleshooting, combined with a willingness to contribute to scientific research. Solid understanding of current laboratory health and safety regulations and best practices. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage complex lab operations. Experience in procurement and budget management, including liaising with suppliers and managing maintenance contracts. Self-motivated with strong collaboration skills and the ability to work closely with various stakeholders, including departmental technicians, DRI and departmental researchers, and external partners. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new techniques and technologies relevant to the lab’s research focus. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical information clearly. Desirable criteria. Reference: 095827 Closing date: 17-10-2024
Apply to centreThe Franks-Wisden lab invites applications from dynamic, creative and highly motivated scientists for a Research Associate position that will take a leading role in the following project: Enhancing sleep as a treatment for people living with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. This project will investigate possibilities for enhancing sleep by stimulating novel circuitry using bioelectronic engineering and genetic approaches. The position is funded through a Uren Foundation Philanthropic award for Alzheimer’s disease research (https://www.imperial.ac.uk/news/240231/75-million-gift-will-advance-experimental/) and will be administered through the Department of Life Sciences and the UK Dementia Research Institute. The position will be based in the Department of Life Sciences’ South Kensington campus. You will be a motivated and organised researcher, excited by the science we do. You will hold (or be near completion of) a PhD in neuroscience (or related discipline) or in neurotechnology or electronic engineering, with practical experience of e.g., electronics and/or electronic circuit design, or e.g., optogenetics, and an interest in pursuing animal behavioural experiments. This position is offered full time for up to 12-months in the first instance and has the possibility of extension. Reference: NAT01818. Deadline date: 20-Oct-2024.
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