Job summary
This is a new clinical academic position to enable an early career clinical psychologist to develop a programme of research in psychological therapy. The position is embedded in Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust (OHFT), will include clinical work, and will be supported by senior researchers in the University relevant to the post-holder's research interests.
Main duties of the job
It will be expected that the Fellow's research will address a key clinical area for adult and/or adolescent patient populations, with the potential to create significant patient benefit. Examples might include: inpatient care; crisis services and suicidal ideation; neurodiversity; diversity and inclusion in psychological therapy; or ultra-high-risk of psychosis. The Fellow will collaborate with clinicians, clinical-academics, and individuals with lived experience.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
The position is a new initiative from the NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Psychological Treatments theme and psychological therapies leads in Oxford Health (Drs Bill Tiplady and Joanne Ryder). The three-year position would enable the post-holder to develop the basis of a future advanced fellowship application to national funders or programme grant.
For more information please refer to the attached Job description & PS or get in touch with us with any questions you may have.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The position is a new initiative from the NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) Psychological Treatments theme and psychological therapies leads in Oxford Health (Drs Bill Tiplady and Joanne Ryder). The three-year position would enable the post-holder to develop the basis of a future advanced fellowship application to national funders or programme grant.
For more information please refer to the attached Job description & PS or get in touch with us with any questions you may have.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology, or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996 as accredited by the British Psychological Society, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapist and lifespan developmental psychology
- HCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Desirable
- Training and experience in advanced research methodology and statistical analysis
- PhD in a relevant area
- Diploma level qualification in CBT and/or BABCP accreditation
Experience
Essential
- Experience publishing research in peer-reviewed scientific journals on developing the psychological understanding and/or treatment of mental health conditions. This should include first author publications
Desirable
- Experience of obtaining research funds | Experience of experimental research, case study design, or randomised controlled trials | Experience of qualitative research | Experience of questionnaire development.
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
Desirable
- Experience of working with individuals with lived experience in the development of psychological research or practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology, or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996 as accredited by the British Psychological Society, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapist and lifespan developmental psychology
- HCPC Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Desirable
- Training and experience in advanced research methodology and statistical analysis
- PhD in a relevant area
- Diploma level qualification in CBT and/or BABCP accreditation
Experience
Essential
- Experience publishing research in peer-reviewed scientific journals on developing the psychological understanding and/or treatment of mental health conditions. This should include first author publications
Desirable
- Experience of obtaining research funds | Experience of experimental research, case study design, or randomised controlled trials | Experience of qualitative research | Experience of questionnaire development.
Further Training or Job Related Aptitude and Skills
Essential
- Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
Desirable
- Experience of working with individuals with lived experience in the development of psychological research or practice
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
As agreed depending on clinical specialty / research area with travel to Oxford for academic supervision as required
Oxford
OX37JX
Employer's website
https://www.oxfordhealth.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
