About us:
The UK Dementia Research Institute (UK DRI) is the biggest UK initiative supporting research to fill the major knowledge gap in our basic understanding of the diseases that cause dementia.
UCL’s strength in combining excellent clinical and basic neuroscience research to advance our understanding of neurodegeneration and identify novel targets and therapeutic approaches for dementia resulted in its selection as the hub of the UK DRI. Research at the UK DRI at UCL covers the journey from the person living with dementia to the laboratory and back again - with improved diagnosis and potential therapies put to the test. The groups believe in intervening earlier in disease in order to change the trajectory.
About the role:
The Centre Manager is a critical role within the UK DRI at UCL, responsible for financial administration, research management, and staffing within the Centre. You will oversee the administrative support function for the Centre to enable its scientific mission and support the Centre Director to deliver on the Centre’s strategic objectives, ensuring the delivery of operational efficiency and financial sustainability. You will liaise with several key internal and external stakeholders, and work closely with the Centre’s Laboratory Manager and technical support team, as well as the Institute of Neurology Manager and Professional Services team, UK DRI Research Operations Division Team, and the other UK DRI Centre Managers.
The role is available from immediately and funded by the UK DRI until 31 March 2028 in the first instance.
This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 60% of time on site.
About You:
You’ll have previously worked at management level within a large, complex organisation and have extensive experience with university finance systems, research grants, and staff recruitment. Experience of managing the operational delivery of research programmes or facilities, strong communication skills, high-level numeracy skills, and proven influencing and problem-solving skills. Experience of working in a lab-based research environment and of line managing a team are desirable.
Key details
- Location UK DRI at UCL
- Salary: £54,931-£64,644 per annum