About usLinked to the Reta Lila Weston Institute of Neurological Studies, the Queen Square Brain Bank (QSBB) is a part of the Department of Clinical and Movement Neurosciences at University College London, which has an outstanding international profile in all aspects of the Neurosciences.The QSBB, founded over 30 years ago, houses one of the largest collections of brains with neurodegenerative diseases in Europe. This unique tissue resource was established through generous donation by patients and with the support of their families. The overarching mission of the QSBB is to advance the research in neurodegenerative diseases by providing high quality brain tissues and associated clinical and pathological data to researchers in the UK and worldwide.About the roleWe are now recruiting an enthusiastic Database Manager to lead on the development and management of all operational, technical, and business-related aspects of the QSBB database. You will work closely with academic and administrative QSBB staff, assisting them with database searchers and data analysis, and be responsible for data access and retrieval governance and legal compliance.The post is available immediately and is funded by the Reta Lila Weston Trust until 31 July 2026 in the first instance.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 Professor Tom Warner ( ).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 youYou’ll have an honours degree in computer science/IT, biological sciences, or a related discipline, coupled with in-depth knowledge of database technologies and the ability to independently troubleshoot software and hardware issues. Strong communication, numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is exceptional attention to detail and the ability to prioritise and manage your work without extensive supervision.This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.What we offerAs 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
Visit to find out more.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 InclusionThe 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.Available documents
