50 Research Associate jobs in London

We are looking for an Associate Quantitative Analyst to join our Quantitative Research team.

This team is responsible for developing and validating the financial models that drive our market risk analytics, with a particular focus on liquidity risk and credit charges in private market portfolios.

As part of a growing quantitative team—alongside Quant Development, Quant Strategies, and Risk Advisory—you will play a key role in shaping the firm’s expanding capabilities in credit and equity derivatives, building on our established expertise in interest rate and FX risk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and document pricing and risk models for credit and equity derivatives as part of the firm’s strategic expansion in these areas.
• Work closely with Quant Dev to integrate new models into our internal Python-based risk platform.
• Support the Quant Strategies and Risk Advisory teams with model calibration, validation, and interpretation across private credit and equity-related exposures.
• Contribute to liquidity risk modelling, credit charge calculation, and scenario analysis for private market portfolios.
• Conduct research into new modelling methodologies and maintain awareness of market and regulatory developments.
• Translate complex model outputs into actionable insights for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Prepare technical documentation, testing frameworks, and presentation materials for model sign-off and client communication.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a quantitative finance, risk modelling, or financial engineering role.
• Master’s degree or higher in a quantitative/STEM field (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Financial Engineering, Computer Science).
• Practical experience with pricing and risk management of credit and/or equity derivatives, ideally across multiple asset classes.
• Strong programming skills in Python for financial modelling and data analysis.
• Solid understanding of market risk concepts including VaR, stress testing, sensitivities, and exposure analysis.
• Ability to work independently on model design and testing, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain quantitative results to non-specialist audiences.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple project streams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with C++ or Rust for performance-critical quantitative modelling.
• Familiarity with private market liquidity risk, credit charges, and illiquid portfolio analytics.
• Exposure to interest rate and FX derivatives and related risk frameworks.

Benefits

Validus Risk Management is an independent technology-enabled advisory firm specialising in the management of FX, interest rate and other market risks. We work with institutional investors, fund managers, and portfolio companies to design and implement strategies to measure, manage and monitor financial market risk, using a market-tested combination of specialist consulting services, trade execution and innovative risk technology.

Working at Validus can offer an exciting opportunity for both personal development and professional growth. Share in our mission to become the largest and most respected specialist provider of financial market risk services in the world. Notable benefits include a competitive remuneration package (salary + bonus), health care, retirement plans, and financial support towards professional qualifications.

Our core company values are;

• Accountability – Getting it done and owning the result.
• Teamwork – We succeed by helping others succeed.
• Integrity – We serve our clients; the responsibility is sacrosanct. 
• Diversity – Diversity boosts creativity – creativity is our edge.
• Kaizen – Strive to do things better. Innovation kills complacency.

Validus is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Research Associate | Banking Market Intel | £28,000-36,000 DOE 2nd Language Required Looking to build a meaningful career in international market intelligence? Why Join? This is your opportunity to step into a highly analytical, global-facing role where your insights genuinely shape strategy for major players in banking, payments, and retail tech. About the Company Our client is a leading provider of global research and consulting services in the cards and payments, retail technology, and banking automation industries. They serve major players in the financial world with independent data they can trust. The team is diverse, international, and collaborative—with a strong track record of developing talent from within. The Day-to-Day As an Associate, you’ll dive into both primary and secondary research across global markets. Expect to: Conduct executive interviews and global surveys Analyse large datasets and uncover trends Write reports, newsletters, and client deliverables Support bespoke consulting and conference projects Collaborate closely with project teams while owning your own workstreams The Ideal Candidate You’re curious, thoughtful, and ready to take ownership. Maybe you’ve worked in research, consulting, policy, or another analytical role. What matters most is your ability to communicate clearly, work independently, and dig deep into complex topics. 2 years’ post-degree work experience Great writing, analysis, and Excel skills Native-level written and spoken English European 2nd language fluency and global outlook Strong academic background Apply or message to find out more

**Research Associate**
**Infrastructure Insights**
**Location:** UK or Ireland
**Work mode:** Home Based - Hybrid
**Position Summary:**
The **Research Associate - Infrastructure Insights** plays a key role in advancing Bentley's mission to inform and inspire positive change across the global infrastructure ecosystem. Sitting within the Infrastructure Policy & Advocacy (IPA) initiative, this role leads industry-insight monitoring and reporting for Bentley's leadership team.
You will design and manage a scalable research process to identify and track emerging trends in infrastructure markets, develop productive relationships with industry membership bodies, and deliver quarterly data-driven reports that help shape Bentley's strategic direction. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across teams and ensure research outputs are accessible, inclusive, and aligned with Bentley's commitment to sustainability, innovation, and equity.
_Note: This role is internally titled_ **_Infrastructure Insights Lead_** _, reflecting its strategic scope and leadership responsibilities within the IPA initiative._
**Responsibilities:**
+ Lead the IPA's industry-insight monitoring and reporting function, developing a scalable process for market research and reporting that can grow across regions and business functions.
+ Conduct desk-based research and engage stakeholders - including industry associations and relevant bodies - to analyze:
+ Global developments across infrastructure sectors (transport, water, energy, etc.)
+ Infrastructure policy and investment trends in Bentley's key markets
+ Innovative funding, finance, and delivery models
+ Digital transformation trends in infrastructure
+ Synthesize research findings into quarterly insight reports, briefing notes, market scans, and landscape analyses to support Bentley's programs and partnerships.
+ Develop and maintain a knowledge base of relevant data sources, stakeholders, and industry initiatives, ensuring insights are accurate, timely, and broadly accessible to internal stakeholders.
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support inclusive decision-making and knowledge sharing.
**Qualifications:**
+ Bachelor's degree in public policy, management, engineering, urban planning, economics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred but not required.
+ 5+ years of experience in research, consulting, or policy analysis, ideally within infrastructure or the built environment.
+ Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (near-native fluency required); additional languages are a plus.
+ Self-starter with strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.
+ Familiarity with infrastructure markets, public policy, and international business - or the ability to quickly learn and adapt.
+ Commitment to Bentley's values, including sustainability, innovation, and fostering an inclusive workplace.
+ We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet 100% of the listed qualifications.
**What We Offer:**
+ A great Team and culture - please see our colleague video .
+ An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction - watch this short documentary about how we got our start.
+ An attractive salary and benefits package.
+ A commitment to inclusion, belonging and colleague wellbeing through global initiatives and resource groups.
+ A company committed to making a real difference by advancing the world's infrastructure for better quality of life, where your contributions help build a more sustainable, connected, and resilient world. Discover our latest user success stories for an insight into our global impact.
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 **About Bentley Systems**
Around the world, infrastructure professionals rely on software from Bentley Systems to help them design, build, and operate better and more resilient infrastructure for transportation, water, energy, cities, and more. Founded in 1984 by engineers for engineers, Bentley is the partner of choice for engineering firms and owner-operators worldwide, with software that spans engineering disciplines, industry sectors, and all phases of the infrastructure lifecycle. Through our digital twin solutions, we help infrastructure professionals unlock the value of their data to transform project delivery and asset performance. Opportunity Employer:**
Bentley is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers for employment all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, religion/belief, national origin, caste, age, or any other characteristic protected by local law or unrelated to job qualifications.
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Our client, a leading pharmaceutical company, is seeking an experienced Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their dedicated team based in London, England, UK . This critical role involves overseeing and managing clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and protocol requirements. You will be responsible for site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out activities, building strong relationships with investigators and site staff. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and experience with various therapeutic areas. Your responsibilities will include conducting site visits to assess patient safety, data integrity, and overall trial progress. You will also be involved in preparing study documentation, managing investigational product, and ensuring timely data collection and query resolution. Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills are essential for this role, as is the ability to work independently and as part of a wider clinical operations team. A Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or a related field is required. A Master's degree or equivalent experience is highly desirable. Significant prior experience as a CRA, with a proven track record of successful trial management, is mandatory. Experience in oncology, cardiology, or another relevant therapeutic area would be advantageous. The ability to travel extensively (up to 60%) for site visits is required. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the development of life-saving medicines within a respected pharmaceutical organisation.

Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical company with a significant presence in London, England, UK , is seeking a highly qualified and meticulous Remote Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support their groundbreaking research initiatives. This is a fully remote position, offering the opportunity to contribute to vital drug development from anywhere within the UK. You will be responsible for monitoring clinical trial sites, ensuring data integrity, and verifying compliance with regulatory requirements and study protocols. The ideal candidate possesses a strong scientific background, a thorough understanding of GCP guidelines, and exceptional organisational and analytical skills. This role is critical in ensuring the accuracy, validity, and timeliness of clinical trial data, contributing directly to the advancement of life-saving treatments.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing remote site monitoring activities to ensure compliance with study protocols, SOPs, and GCP.
• Reviewing and verifying source documents, case report forms (CRFs), and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Assessing the quality and integrity of data collected at clinical trial sites.
• Identifying and reporting potential protocol deviations and adverse events.
• Managing communication between study sites, investigators, and internal project teams.
• Ensuring site readiness for audits and regulatory inspections.
• Supporting site initiation, monitoring visits, and site closure activities.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date trial documentation and databases.
• Providing training and guidance to site staff on study-related procedures.
• Contributing to the development and review of study-related documents.

To be successful in this role, you must have a Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field. A minimum of 3 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate, with proven experience in remote monitoring, is essential. A comprehensive understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and regulatory guidelines (e.g., FDA, EMA) is mandatory. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required, along with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively. Proficiency with clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and EDC systems is expected. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced CRA to join a world-class organisation and play a key role in bringing innovative pharmaceutical products to market, all within a flexible remote working arrangement.

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their dynamic pharmaceutical team based in London, England, UK . This role offers a hybrid working model, blending remote flexibility with essential on-site collaboration. As a Senior CRA, you will play a critical role in the planning, execution, and monitoring of clinical trials, ensuring adherence to protocols, regulatory requirements, and good clinical practice (GCP).

Key Responsibilities:

• Initiate, monitor, and close clinical trial sites, ensuring all trial activities are conducted according to the protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and regulatory guidelines.
• Perform site visits, including pre-study, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits, as required.
• Assess protocol compliance, including patient recruitment, informed consent process, and data accuracy.
• Ensure timely resolution of site issues and discrepancies.
• Train and mentor junior CRAs and site staff on protocol requirements and study procedures.
• Prepare and present study progress reports to project management and relevant stakeholders.
• Manage relationships with investigators, site staff, and other study vendors.
• Oversee drug accountability and investigational product management at trial sites.
• Ensure accurate and timely source data verification (SDV) and review of case report forms (CRFs).
• Contribute to the development and review of study-related documents, such as investigator brochures, protocols, and informed consent forms.
• Act as a key point of contact between the sponsor and the clinical trial sites.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate in the pharmaceutical industry.
• In-depth knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, local regulatory requirements, and clinical trial processes.
• Proven experience in monitoring various phases of clinical trials.
• Strong understanding of medical terminology and disease areas relevant to pharmaceutical research.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive and detail-oriented approach.
• Proficiency in clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Willingness to travel to sites as needed.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned CRA to take on greater responsibility and contribute significantly to groundbreaking pharmaceutical research in a supportive and innovative environment.

Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical company, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their dynamic team. This role is essential for ensuring the successful execution of clinical trials in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and regulatory requirements. You will be responsible for monitoring investigational sites, ensuring the quality and integrity of data collected, and verifying patient safety throughout the trial process. This hybrid role combines remote administrative tasks with on-site visits to clinical trial sites.

Key responsibilities include site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out visits. You will assess protocol adherence, verify source data, and ensure accurate and timely entry of data into clinical trial databases. Building and maintaining strong working relationships with investigators, site staff, and internal project teams is crucial. You will be responsible for resolving data queries, managing site supplies, and ensuring all regulatory documentation is up-to-date and accurately maintained. Adherence to study protocols, ethical principles, and company policies is paramount.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or a related field, with a minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a CRA or in a similar clinical research role. A thorough understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements in the pharmaceutical industry is essential. Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills are required, along with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Proficiency in clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems is highly desirable. This role is based in the London, England, UK area, offering a hybrid working model that provides flexibility while ensuring necessary on-site engagement. If you are a dedicated professional committed to advancing medical research and patient care, we encourage you to apply.

Our client, a leading global pharmaceutical company, is seeking a dedicated and meticulous Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their fully remote clinical operations team. This crucial role involves overseeing and managing all aspects of clinical trials, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, protocols, and ethical guidelines. As a remote CRA, you will conduct site visits (both pre-study, interim, and close-out), manage investigator sites, and ensure the quality and integrity of data collected. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced CRAs looking for a remote-first work environment with significant career growth potential.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-study, interim, and close-out visits to investigator sites according to protocol and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines, local regulations, and study protocols.
• Monitor study conduct and data quality at investigative sites through regular reporting and site visits.
• Verify the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of clinical trial data.
• Train and support site staff on study procedures, protocols, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage communication and relationships with investigators, site staff, and study sponsors.
• Ensure timely reporting of study progress, risks, and issues to project management.
• Oversee the initiation, maintenance, and termination of clinical sites.
• Manage the supply of study-related materials, including investigational products and trial supplies.
• Ensure the proper handling and archiving of all study-related documents.
• Participate in study team meetings and contribute to the overall success of the clinical trial.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Clinical Research Associate (CRA) or equivalent role in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Thorough knowledge of GCP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements for clinical trials.
• Experience conducting site monitoring visits and managing multiple investigator sites.
• Strong understanding of clinical trial processes, from site initiation to study close-out.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with site personnel.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage your time in a remote setting.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel frequently for site visits.
• Bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, or related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Fluency in English is essential.

This position is a fully remote role, with travel expected for site visits, serving the London, England, UK region and beyond.

Our client, a leading innovator in the pharmaceutical sector, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to join their dynamic team in **London, England, UK**. This role offers a hybrid working model, blending the benefits of in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work.

As a Senior CRA, you will play a pivotal role in the planning, execution, and monitoring of clinical trials across various therapeutic areas. You will be responsible for ensuring that clinical trials are conducted, recorded, and reported in accordance with the protocol, standard operating procedures (SOPs), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and all applicable regulatory requirements. Your primary focus will be on site management, including site selection, initiation, monitoring, and close-out, ensuring data integrity and patient safety are paramount.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct site initiation visits to assess the feasibility of recruitment and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Perform routine monitoring visits (on-site and remote) to review source data, investigational product accountability, and regulatory documentation.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve site-level issues and risks, escalating where necessary.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investigators, study coordinators, and site staff.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all required study-related documentation.
• Train and mentor junior CRAs, providing guidance and support.
• Contribute to the development and review of study protocols and other essential documents.
• Participate in the preparation of site audit readiness and respond to audit findings.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, nursing, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Clinical Research Associate in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Thorough understanding of ICH-GCP guidelines and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in monitoring multiple clinical trials simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Proficiency in electronic data capture (EDC) systems and other clinical trial management software.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time within the assigned territory.

This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and advance your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Join us in making a difference in patient lives.