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Location
Salary
£41,750 - £54,468 per annum
Profession
Medical doctor
Grade
Junior
Deadline
22 Apr 2026
Contract Type
12 months (Fixed Term)
Posted Date
08 Apr 2026

Job overview

The ARIA Junior Clinical Research Fellowships (JRF) are a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of brain-computer interface (BCI) technology and cognitive neuroscience. Powered by a landmark £6.5 million research grant from the Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA), the role places you at the forefront of translating a new class of therapeutic BCI for brain network disorders. As an ARIA JRF, you will be part of an inter-disciplinary team working on the Forest 1 device which leverages ultrasound’s unique tissue penetration properties to allow whole-brain high-resolution imaging and multi-target neuromodulation. JRFs dedicate half their time to clinical work and half to research. This is the perfect opportunity for a post-foundation program resident doctor with an interest in clinical neuroscience and a strong research background.

Main duties of the job

The ARIA Junior Clinical Research Fellowships (JRFs) are 12-month hybrid positions that include 50% clinical work and 50% research. For clinical work, the JRFs will be part of the neurosurgery department at Queen’s Hospital with responsibilities including ward cover, attending theatre and SHO on-call shifts. The JRFs will also be part of the research team delivering the Forest 1 device study in a group of participants who have had a decompressive craniectomy. This role will include recruitment of study participants and the delivery of experimental sessions which includes coordinating advanced neuroimaging and cognitive/psychiatric testing. Experimental sessions will be delivered across two sites in London. Each JRF will also be expected to lead an aligned research project during their fellowship. The role is suitable for a highly motivated post-foundation programme resident doctor with an interest in clinical neuroscience, a strong research track record

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Once you understand the requirements outlined in the advert, please ensure your application accurately reflects where you match them.  For further information regarding the role please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Ayesha Mahmood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext 8617.