67 Research Associate jobs in London

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Location: Bush House, London, UK (Remote/Hybrid options not available)

Starting Date: Starting date from November 3, 2025

Visa sponsorship available

Application deadline: 23 October 2025

Grade and Salary: £46,189 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance

We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Vision & Human-Robot Interaction (VHR) Group at King’s College London. The role focuses on translating a tendon-driven soft robotic exoskeleton glove designed for home-based hand rehabilitation in stroke survivors.

Responsibilities :

• Lead integration of embedded control systems and multimodal intent detection
• Contribute to the control software and monitoring interface development
• Support clinical user trials, including data collection and analysis
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of robotics researchers and clinicians

Qualifications :

Essential:

• PhD in Robotics, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or related field (candidates awaiting viva considered)
• Proven experience in mechanical design of exoskeletons, wearable robotics, or soft actuators
• Proficiency in C++ and Python, with experience in ROS or other robotics frameworks
• At least one peer-reviewed publication in robotics, AI, or biomedical engineering
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Involvement in user and clinical studies or translational research
• Familiarity with medical device certifications (ISO 13485) or CE/UKCA regulations

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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.

RCQ Associates is an internationally renowned, niche headhunting firm, focused on connecting outstanding global talent within financial markets. We were established in 2015 by Edward James, a globally acclaimed headhunting professional with 20 years’ experience. We are internationally renowned as a researcher and headhunting specialist within the Financial Markets space and our experts have successfully completed mandates at all levels of seniority, including at board level.

We are now seeking a bright individual with a strong work ethic, a research mindset, and excellent communication skills to join our small growing team. In this role, you will focus on UK and European hiring needs, working with leading international banks and investors. You must have a strong work ethic, and in return you would expect on target earnings after 18 months to be above £100k.

The role:

• You will be focused on researching, identifying, and attracting international specialists for open roles in Europe. The right candidate will be creative in their approach to business development, and should be excited to build a network outside of our existing contacts.

• The role will be mainly office based in Richmond (South West London), with a significant period of time spent networking and researching existing databases for individuals with experience matching current requirements.

• You will be required to speak with contacts at all levels throughout the day, mainly over the phone but also where possible and relevant, in person. Typically, these contacts will very bright and have a Master’s degree or a PhD and be at mid or senior level.

• One you have gained an understanding of the technical aspects of this sector, you will have the opportunity to develop the business area and gain new clients for your business area. We offer a structured promotion plan and are looking for people to grow with the business. In depth on the desk training will be provided.

The key traits we are seeking:

• As a bright individual, you will have the ability to pick up technical concepts. We are ideally seeking graduates with an excellent academic background and evidence of research experience, ideally with some work experience.

• Trustworthy and diligent. We are proud of our reputation as a trusted advisor to all of our contacts. We are not looking for someone with a sales mindset but focus on those who can add value and strive to go the extra mile in a consultative and value-added manner.

• Self-motivated and ambitious, with the desire to excel.

• Strong communication skills both in person and particularly given our international client base, you must be happy conversing on the phone with highly intelligent individuals where English is not always their first language.

• You must consider yourself to be well organised and have strong attention to detail.

• Flexibility to work with people in other time zones who may require communicating with outside of usual office hours.

Job title: Clinical Project Associate I

Location: London

Contract duration: 12 months

Client: Pharmaceutical

Job Purpose:

The Project Associate (PA) supports the planning and execution of multiple clinical development initiatives. Working closely with Clinical Development colleagues and cross-functional stakeholders, the PA drives operational efficiency and contributes to successful project delivery. The role ensures project activities are well-organized, deadlines are met, and communication flows effectively.

Major Activities:

• Project Planning, Coordination and Execution: Develop and maintain detailed project timelines, and contribute to content of key deliverables. Ensure all aspects of the project are organized and tracked effectively. Monitor completion status of deliverables, flag issues and opportunities, and escalate as needed. Ensure team is working in alignment with project objectives. Maintain project dashboards and support reporting for governance reviews.

• Documentation Management: Maintain and manage project documents, reports, and meeting agendas/minutes, ensuring that all records are accurate and accessible.

• Meeting Preparation & Facilitation: Schedule, prepare, and co-facilitate project meetings and workshops, ensuring adherence to meeting excellence standards (agenda, minutes, action items)

• Communication: Act as a liaison between project teams and stakeholders, facilitating seamless information flow and collaboration.

• Content creation: Creation of structured content in PowerPoint to support project needs and communication with project teams and stakeholders.

• Quality Assurance: Monitor project deliverables to ensure they meet predefined quality standards. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization.

• Risk Management: Identify potential risks in project execution and collaborate with the team to develop strategies to mitigate these risks.

• Data Analysis: Analyze project-related data to extract insights that support informed decision-making. Contribute to benchmarking and background research on regulatory landscapes and industry practices.

Primary focus will be supporting the Protocol Design Excellence (PDE) team within the Clinical Science group.

Education and/or professional experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field.

Languages:

• Fluent English (oral and written)

Experience / Professional Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in clinical research, project coordination or consultancy.

• Understanding of Drug Development processes and familiarity with clinical trial processes and regulatory frameworks

• Strong organisational, project management and communication skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools.

• Delivery focus; reliable and respond promptly to requests

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize

• Strong attention to detail and highly organized

• Successful relationship builder and communicator

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

• Desirable: Experience with AI tools in clinical development

Research Associate | Banking Market Intel | £28,000-36,000 DOE

**2nd Language Required**

Looking to build a meaningful career in international market intelligence?

• Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Nursing, Pharmacy, or a related discipline. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of direct experience as a Clinical Research Associate in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of ICH-GCP guidelines, FDA regulations, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in managing all phases of clinical trials.
• Proficiency in clinical trial management systems (CTMS) and electronic data capture (EDC) systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to travel as required for site visits and team meetings.

• 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.