13296 - Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in Edinburgh is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join the Wellcome-funded ENERGISE-BD team. Responsibilities include participant recruitment and project management. Suitable candidates will have experience in clinical mental health research and strong communication skills. This full-time position offers a temporary contract for up to 62 months.

Qualifications

• Experience of working in clinical mental health research.
• Knowledge of clinical trial methodology.
• Ability to manage multiple competing demands.
• Strong planning and organising skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participation in recruitment, assessment and follow-up of research participants.
• Assistance with overall direction and management of the project.
• Contributions to publications, dissemination and knowledge exchange activities.

Skills

Clinical mental health research experience

Knowledge of clinical trial methodology

Ability to manage multiple competing demands

Planning and organising skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Job description

Overview

UE07: £41,064.00 - £48,822.00 Per Annum.

CMVM / Centre for Clinical Brain Sciences.

Full Time - 35 Hours Per Week.

Fixed Term Contract - Temporary.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an enthusiastic postdoctoral researcher to become part of the Wellcome-funded ENERGISE-BD team at the University of Edinburgh. ENERGISE-BD is a randomised controlled trial comparing nutritional ketosis to the NHS EatWell guidance in patients with bipolar depression. You will play a key role in the recruitment, assessment and follow-up of research participants. You will also contribute to the overall direction and management of this project, as well as helping with publications, dissemination and knowledge exchange activities. This is a full-time position, for up to 62 months. Less than full-time working will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Participation in recruitment, assessment and follow-up of research participants
• Assistance with overall direction and management of the project
• Contributions to publications, dissemination and knowledge exchange activities

Your skills and attributes for success

• Experience of working in clinical mental health research
• Knowledge of clinical trial methodology
• Ability to manage multiple competing demands
• Strong planning and organising skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills