At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the UK's largest MND clinical trial with essential administrative tasks.
- Company: Join a leading research team at the University of Edinburgh.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse community committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in neurological research while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: Strong organisational skills and attention to detail required.
The predicted salary is between 28778 - 28778 £ per year.
Grade UE04: £26,093 - £28,778 per annum
CMVM / Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 2 years
The Opportunity: We are seeking an Administrative Assistant to join the MND-SMART clinical trial management team based in Edinburgh. MND SMART is the largest platform clinical drug trial for Motor Neuron Disease in Europe. The study is currently open across 26 sites in the four UK nations and has recruited over 1,000 participants. MND SMART has definitively tested three re-purposed drugs showing they are not effective in the slowing of MND, is currently testing other drugs and has plans in the next year to introduce more drug arms.
This role provides essential administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the UK’s largest MND clinical trial, operating across more than 25 sites. You will play a key role in supporting trial delivery, ensuring documentation is accurately prepared, maintained, and stored in line with strict ethical and MHRA regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience in clinical trial management within a dynamic and fast-paced research environment.
The post-holder will also be part of the wider Anne Rowling Regenerative Neurology Clinic team which leads on the delivery and development of research studies for people living with neurological conditions such as Motor Neuron Disease, Parkinson’s and Multiple Sclerosis. This is a 100% on-campus role, location: Edinburgh BioQuarter.
How to apply: Please include the following documents in your application:
- CV
- Cover letter
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options.
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion: The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter, and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages. The University is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. International applicants will therefore be unable to apply for and secure a Skilled Worker visa. They will only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.
Key dates to note: The closing date for applications is 28th July 2026. Unless stated otherwise, the closing time for applications is 11:59 pm (UK time).
Research and Trials Administrative Assistant employer: University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is an exceptional employer, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises equality, diversity, and inclusion. With over 400 years of history, it provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive community of more than 17,000 staff and 50,000 students. As a leading research-intensive university, it empowers its employees to drive organisational transformation and innovate in a dynamic environment, making it a truly rewarding place to work.
