Assistant Psychologist - Clinical Research
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Job summary
We're looking for an Assistant Psychologist/Clinical Research Assistant to join an ongoing NIHR funded-clinical trial RAPID (Remote Approaches to Psychosocial Intervention Delivery). The trial has already recruited over 600 participants, testing the effectiveness of two different psychological interventions to reduce suicidal ideations in patients attending Crisis Response and Home Treatment Teams (CRHTT). The position will include patient recruitment, taking informed consent, clinical research assessments and an opportunity to learn about the SAFETEL intervention.
The trial is led by Prof Tony Morrison (Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust). Dr Helen Beckwith and Prof Daniel Freeman (Department of Experimental Psychology, University of Oxford) are leading the Oxford trial site. The post-holder would join the Oxford Cognitive Approaches to Psychosis (O-CAP) research team, led by Professor Freeman.
The post would be well suited to someone interested in pursuing a career in clinical psychology.
Main duties of the job
As an Assistant Psychologist in Clinical Research you will be responsible for co-ordinating the recruitment of participants into the RAPID trial for the Oxford trial site. You will be closely supervised and supported by a clinical psychologist.
You will play a key role in the delivery of the trial at the Oxford trial site and maintaining oversight of the recruitment strategy. You will also support service-users to complete informed consent and baseline trial assessments. All participants will be experiencing high levels of distress and suicide ideation.
You will work closely with the trial therapists to support meeting key milestones for the trial, particularly recruitment targets. You will advertise the trial to NHS mental health teams supported by the local and central study sites.
You will attend individual supervision with a clinical psychologist based in an Oxford crisis team. You will be expected to contribute to the Trust's social inclusion agenda by enabling staff, service users and carers from diverse background to flourish by creating a psychologically safe environment in the RAPID trial.
You must hold a degree in psychology (2.1 or above) and have knowledge of psychological approaches to suicide ideation, have excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to engage service-users attending secondary mental health care services.
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
Details
Date posted
17 July 2024
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£28,407 to £34,581 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
267-CS6457510
Job locations
Department of Experimental Psychology
New Radcliffe House, University of Oxford
Oxford
OX2 6NW
Employer details
Employer name
Oxford Health NHS Trust
Address
Department of Experimental Psychology
New Radcliffe House, University of Oxford
Oxford
OX2 6NW
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