Research Assistant for Impact at King’s College London | £39,076 – £43,909 Annual Salary

Location: Denmark Hill Campus, London
Job ID: 128945
Salary: £39,076 – £43,909 per annum (including London Weighting Allowance)
Application Deadline: 06 November 2025
Posted: 23 October 2025
Employment Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (until 30 November 2026)
Department: Forensic & Neurodevelopmental Sciences, IoPPN
Contact: Bethany.f.oakley@kcl.ac.uk

🔬 About King’s College London and the AIMS-2-TRIALS Project

King’s College London (KCL) stands among the world’s top institutions for neuroscience and psychology research. This exciting Research Assistant for Impact position offers a unique opportunity to join the AIMS-2-TRIALS consortium—the world’s largest autism research network—working to generate meaningful change in the lives of individuals with autism and related neurodevelopmental conditions.

The role involves supporting a large-scale European initiative that connects top scientists, clinicians, and policy experts across international networks such as:

• AIMS-2-TRIALS
• CANDY Project
• R2D2-MH

💡 Role Overview

The Research Assistant for Impact will coordinate strategies that translate groundbreaking autism research into policy and real-world applications.

You’ll take the lead in implementing the consortium’s Impact Strategy, which includes:

• Liaising with high-level European stakeholders (EU Parliament, European Commission, EFPIA, EMA, and others).
• Disseminating policy insights that guide the future of autism and rare genetic condition research.
• Ensuring maximum impact and visibility of consortium outputs through publications, conferences, and media engagement.
• Supporting sustainability efforts, expanding research networks, and translating findings into clinical and policy improvements across Europe.

This is a high-visibility, international-facing role—ideal for someone passionate about research translation, science communication, and policy impact.

🧠 Why Join King’s College London?

At King’s, you’ll collaborate with world-class experts in neurodevelopmental science, work in international consortia, and contribute to research that shapes policy, industry standards, and public understanding of autism.

KCL also values career progression. Research staff receive at least 10 days of annual professional development time, in line with the Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers.

🎓 Candidate Profile — What We’re Looking For

Essential Criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in policy work or a policy-related context.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders — including industry partners, charities, and government officials.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex ideas clearly.
• Broad understanding of autism research and rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Awareness of European research, policy, and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to travel across Europe for stakeholder engagement.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in media, communications, or advocacy.
• Familiarity with European policymaking or public affairs.
• Sensitivity to the diverse perspectives within the autism and rare disease communities.

🌈 Diversity and Inclusion at King’s

King’s College London proudly fosters an inclusive and welcoming environment. The university is committed to equality, diversity, and belonging, encouraging applications from candidates of all backgrounds and communities.

Through active engagement with staff and unions, King’s continuously enhances its workplace culture to ensure every team member thrives.

📝 Application Process

Applicants must submit:

1. A comprehensive CV
2. A supporting statement demonstrating how they meet the essential and desirable criteria

If a large number of strong applications are received, the shortlisting committee may prioritize candidates who meet desirable criteria as well.

👉 Learn more about how King’s reviews applications: How We Recruit.

📅 Important Dates

• Application Closing Date: 06 November 2025
• Contract Duration: Until 30 November 2026
• Annual Salary: £39,076 – £43,909 (inclusive of London Weighting Allowance)

📧 Contact Information

For queries about the role:
📩 Bethany Oakley — Bethany.f.oakley@kcl.ac.uk

💼 Final Thoughts

This Research Assistant for Impact position is not just a job—it’s a chance to bridge the gap between research and real-world change. With a competitive salary, a world-renowned research environment, and opportunities to influence European autism policy, this is one of the most impactful research roles available in 2025.

Don’t miss your chance to contribute to global scientific progress.
👉 Apply by November 6, 2025, and join the future of autism research at King’s College London.

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