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Alzheimer’s Research UK is the UK’s leading dementia research charity, dedicated to making life-changing breakthroughs in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Our work is guided by scientific excellence, and we depend on volunteer reviewers to evaluate and recommend funding for cutting-edge research.
To support our wide range of grant schemes and strategic initiatives, we are seeking experienced researchers to join our Grant Review Board (GRB).
About the opportunity
The GRB recommends project and career development applications submitted to the response-mode programme for funding. Current GRB membership is listed on our website.
As part of the GRB, you are expected to:
- Participate in up to two in-person GRB meetings per year (each lasting two days)
- Review and score assigned applications before meetings as part of our triage process
- Join sub-panels for application discussions or Fellowship interviews (where relevant)
- Occasionally review strategic proposals outside of the response-mode schemes or provide expertise on funding policies and processes.
Why join the GRB?
By joining our GRB, you are:
- Contributing to the UK’s leading dementia research charity, by shaping the future of the research we fund
- Developing grant review skills and leadership in the dementia field
- Networking with leading experts in dementia research
- Helping ensure the best science receives the support it needs.
About you
We welcome applications from clinical and non-clinical scientists with a strong academic or industry background. Ideal candidates should have:
- Expertise in dementia research, including prevention, diagnosis, or treatment
- Experience in funding application review and an understanding of the grant review process
- A broad perspective on research, capable of assessing projects beyond their immediate field
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in research.
Desired areas of expertise may include but are not limited to:
- Clinical Research and Practice
- Biomarkers
- Vascular Pathology
- Risk Reduction and Public Health
- Cell/Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
- Neuroinflammation
- Animal Models
- Brain Tissue and Banking
- Machine Learning/AI
- CTE and TBI
- Epidemiology and Data Science
- Genetics and Genomics
- Psychiatry & Neuropsychology
- Health Economics & Policy
- Neuroimaging/ Bioinformatics
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Alzheimer’s Research UK is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of research. Our priority areas include:
- Supporting diverse representation across research disciplines, career stages, and institutions
- Encouraging networking and collaboration within the dementia research community
- Strengthening patient and public involvement in research funding decisions.
We strongly encourage applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds within the UK to reflect the communities we serve. We are particularly keen to hear from researchers from underrepresented groups, including those from BAME communities.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the GRB application form on our website.
This call for applications to join our Grant Review Board will be ongoing, although we still encourage you to fill in the form at your earliest convenience. If you have any questions, please get in touch with the Research team at research@alzheimersresearchuk.org
Ajantha Abey
Dr Sam Moxon
