AddressAbout us
The Neural Circuits for Movement (NCM) Laboratory, based in the Department of Neuromuscular Diseases, focuses in investigating the physiology and pathophysiology of neural circuits controlling movement using animal models. They have several laboratory areas, including a general and histology laboratory, a physiology laboratory, and a microscopy/image analysis laboratory, in addition to shared lab space. Members of the group publish regularly in scientific journals and present their work at national and international conferences.
About the role
You will provide Professor Robert Brownstone with a full Personal Assistant support, as well as providing a broader administrative support function for the NCM Laboratory. This will include taking responsibility for Professor Brownstone’s diary management, travel arrangements, and correspondence, and ensure the smooth and efficient daily running of his and the lab’s administrative, academic, and research work.
The post is available immediately and is to undertake specific Maternity Cover, the duration of which is dependent upon completion of the cover, return of the post holder, or cessation of the funding, whichever is the soonest; this is expected to be until 16 February 2025 in the first instance.
The post is offered part-time at 18.25 hours per week (0.50 Full Time Equivalent). This role is eligible for hybrid working with a minimum of 60 percent 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 (ion.hradmin@ucl.ac.uk).
For informal enquiries about the role please contact Professor Rob Brownstone (email: r.brownstone@ucl.ac.uk).
A full job description and person specification for this role can be accessed below.
About you
You will have completed your education up to A-level or equivalent vocational standard and have substantial administrative experience with proven senior PA experience, including managing large budgets.
Being a proficient IT user is essential, along with outstanding oral and written communication skills combined with strong problem-solving abilities and flexibility in your approach to work. Interest and knowledge of the clinical and research environment as well as experience in designing and managing websites are desirable.
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
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/reward-and-benefits to find out more.
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This appointment is subject to UCL Terms and Conditions of Service for Research and Professional Services Staff. Please visit https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/conditions-service-research-teaching-and-professional-services-staff 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 EDI website for more information about our initiatives and priorities. The Institute also holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, 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.
