Clinical Research Fellow in Psychiatry
- NHS
- Full Time
- Manchester
- 43923 a year
Job Description
Job summary
We have received funding from UK Mental Health Mission to further support research activity in University of Manchester and local NHS Early Intervention in Psychosis Services. The posts will support a new cohort study, the Early Intervention Mission, that is being funded by the Mental Health Mission, that will be looking to streamline routine outcome data collection from all people within the OEIS, pioneer the use of mobile phone apps at scale for patient reported symptoms, and align with blood sample collection, for use in future genomic analysis and personalised medicine. These posts will work with Professor Richard Drake, and the Early Intervention Mission leadership team to develop this work. We will seek honorary NHS contracts so that the post-holders can be embedded in NHS Early Intervention Services and play an important role in bridging between the University and the clinical teams in order to fulfil the study research objectives in accordance with the funding. There will be plenty of opportunities to get experience in research in multiple different settings. This will be ideal for someone looking to gain experience in clinical research with a view to considering a future clinical academic career. Although the main focus is on delivering the research project objectives, there will be the opportunity for some clinical work to aid embedding in the team and support the integration between clinical and research work. There are two posts available.
Main duties of the job
To take initiatives in the planning and conduct of mental health research, including developing and revising study protocols and materials, gaining necessary approvals and launching clinical studies in collaboration with health services
To facilitate all aspects of conducting clinical research, including proactive recruitment of participants through mental health services, conducting screening assessments and data collection, coordinating appointments
To work collaboratively with external partners from other institutions and health services
Data entry and maintenance of data records and screening log
To ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times and maintain accurate and complete records of all findings. Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues
Contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects
Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the research project
Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone
Support study delivery by undertaking research activities outlined in approved study documents; facilitate the informed consent process as per legislation and the Mental Capacity Act, and develop and maintain skills, experience and competence in research processes
About us
What you will get in return:
- Fantastic market leading Pension scheme
- Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays
- Additional paid closure over the Christmas period
- Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers
As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.
Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here
Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.
Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.
Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to People.Recruitment@manchester.ac.uk.
Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.
Job responsibilities
Overall Purpose of the Job:
We have received funding from UK Mental Health Mission to further support research activity in University of Manchester and local NHS Early Intervention in Psychosis Services. The posts will support a new cohort study, the Early Intervention Mission, that is being funded by the Mental Health Mission, that will be looking to streamline routine outcome data collection from all people within the OEIS, pioneer the use of mobile phone apps at scale for patient reported symptoms, and align with blood sample collection, for use in future genomic analysis and personalised medicine.
These posts will work with Professor Richard Drake, and the Early Intervention Mission leadership team to develop this work. We will seek honorary NHS contracts so that the postholders can be embedded in NHS Early Intervention Services and play an important role in bridging between the University and the clinical teams in order to fulfil the study research objectives in accordance with the funding.
There will be plenty of opportunities to get experience in research in multiple different settings. This will be ideal for someone looking to gain experience in clinical research with a view to considering a future clinical academic career.
Although the main focus is on delivering the research project objectives, there will be the opportunity for some clinical work to aid embedding in the team and support the integration between clinical and research work. There are two posts available.
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
To take initiatives in the planning and conduct of mental health research, including developing and revising study protocols and materials, gaining necessary approvals and launching clinical studies in collaboration with health services
To facilitate all aspects of conducting clinical research, including proactive recruitment of participants through mental health services, conducting screening assessments and data collection, coordinating appointments
To work collaboratively with external partners from other institutions and health services
Data entry and maintenance of data records and screening log
To ensure the validity and reliability of data at all times and maintain accurate and complete records of all findings. Manage own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues
Contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects
Responsible for the day-to-day administration of the research project
Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars, either with other members of the group or alone
Support study delivery by undertaking research activities outlined in approved study documents; facilitate the informed consent process as per legislation and the Mental Capacity Act, and develop and maintain skills, experience and competence in research processes
Provide staff and participants with information about the purpose of studies, the resources required and be a point of contact for staff involved
Collect and maintain data and study documentation and ensure that all data collected, stored and used is done so in compliance with relevant statutory instruments, national and local guidelines and regulations
Adhere to Good Clinical Practice (ICH-GCP), Research Governance Framework, national and local practices and policies
Provide written or verbal reports regarding the progress of the research to the research team
Support the management team in the event of inspection from a regulatory and/or monitoring authority
Engage in multi-disciplinary meetings and reviews where appropriate
Make presentations at conferences or exhibit work in other appropriate events
Write or contribute to publications or disseminate research findings using other appropriate media
Identify sources of funding and contribute to the process of securing funds
Autonomous Working
Prioritise work in an effective manner
Work effectively with limited supervision
Act independently and use own initiative to maintain collaborative research relationships with NHS, CRN and University staff
NHS Work Patient Management
To conduct clinical work in Early Intervention in Psychosis (maximum 1 or 2 days per week) as required in NHS honorary contract and as agreed by University Line Manager and NHS line manager
Maintain professional integrity in line with your relevant Code of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct
Out of hours and day emergency cover duties
There are no out of hours or day emergency cover commitments for this post
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Education / Qualifications:
Essential: (applicants without UK clinical experience will not be interviewed)
Completion of a recognised medical degree
Completion of the UK Foundation Year 2 or work as a UK Core Trainee in psychiatry at CT1 or above
Previous experience ...
