Research Assistant in Computational Genomics - UK Dementia Research Institute Job Type: Full-Time. Starting Salary: £43003 - £46297 per annum 43003 plus benefits To find out more about the job please click the ‘apply for job’ button to be taken to Imperial job site About the role Applications are invited for a fully funded Research Assistant in Computational Genomics in the UK Dementia Research Institute at Imperial , within the Neurogenomics Lab of Dr Nathan Skene, Department of Brain Sciences ( https://www.imperial.ac.uk/people/n.skene ). Today, over 1 million people in the UK are living with dementia and related neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease. The impact of these incurable and progressive conditions on individuals and their families is devastating. The cost to the economy and public services is large and growing as the UK population ages. The UK DRI is a globally leading multidisciplinary research institute of over 900 staff investigating the spectrum of neurodegenerative disorders causing dementia, driving a step change in our understanding of neurodegeneration, and accelerating the discovery, development and delivery of interventions that will help diagnose, treat, and ultimately prevent dementia. What you would be doing The research group of Dr Nathan Skene in the UK DRI at Imperial seeks to identify regulatory mechanisms which cause neurodegenerative disorders, along with the cell types in which they act, and determine whether inhibition or activation of the pathway is associated with increased disease risk. What we are looking for Analysis and visualisation for large scale 'omics datasets Lead computational projects to interpret the results of human genetics studies Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary research team Demonstrate an aptitude for an organised, methodical approach to your work What we can offer you The role will be part of the UK Dementia Research Institute and the Department of Brain Sciences at Imperial College London. Research Assistants enjoy excellent career development opportunities with: Access to a range of cutting-edge technologies Strong national links through the UK DRI with attendance at its annual scientific meeting 'Connectome'. A network of computational researchers The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity. Grow your career: Gain access to Imperial's sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes). Further information The role is offered full time, for one year based at our White City Campus. The post is based in the new UK DRI research labs on the White City Campus in West London. You will benefit from an active research (and social) environment in the Department of Brain Sciences, with additional research labs in the Burlington Danes Building on the nearby Hammersmith Campus. Imperial is one of the UK's most international universities and welcomes staff from all backgrounds and from all over the world. If you require any further details on the role please contact: [Dr Nathan Skene] - [n.skeneimperial.ac.uk].