Opportunity details

Patient and Public Contributors Needed: Improving Clinical Trial Design for Neurodegenerative Diseases

Help shape research for improving clinical trial design for neurodegenerative diseases

Link to organisation:

https://www.mrc-bsu.cam.ac.uk/staff/libby-daniells

Full description:

We are looking for patient and public contributors to help shape a research project focused on improving clinical trial designs for neurodegenerative diseases. We want to ensure that the research addresses questions and outcomes that matter to patients and carers. Members will contribute to: shaping research questions, providing feedback on how trials are explained and to inform future dissemination and communication activities.

Opportunity Deadline

11th August 2026

Payment:

As part of this project, all contributions of the public contributors will be remunerated in line with the NIHR’s payment guidelines

Expenses:

All expenses will be reimbursed in line with the NIHR’s guidelines

Organisation

MRC Biostatistics Unit, University of Cambridge

The Medical Research Council (MRC) Biostatistics Unit (BSU) at the University of Cambridge is one of the largest groups of biostatisticians in Europe, and a major centre for research, training and knowledge transfer in biostatistics. Our overall mission is to promote the development and application of innovative statistical methods for the improvement of public health.


Details

Topic:

Dementias
Neurological disorders

Location:

UK wide

Involvement type:

Identifying and prioritising
Designing and managing
Evaluating impact
Reviewing

What support is offered?

Flexible participation options and open to PPIE suggestions on tailored support/training

Can the work be done from home?

Yes

Suitable for a beginner?

Yes