Band 5 Research Practitioner - Bristol

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health organization in the UK seeks a Research Practitioner to enhance services through research. The role involves supporting NIHR studies, contributing to varied research types, and working within a team to improve mental health outcomes. A background in psychology or relevant research experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Background in psychology or mental health research experience.
• Experience in NHS or social care research settings.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of NIHR-portfolio research across six counties in England.
• Contribute to observational studies and interventional trials.
• Work as part of a team to improve services for individuals with mental health difficulties.

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Research Practitioner, with an interest in improving the lives of individuals with mental health difficulties to join our research team. AWP are committed to improving the lives of people with mental health difficulties through research that improves our services.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and delivery of NIHR-portfolio research studies across six counties in England (Bristol, North Somerset, South Gloucester, BANES, Swindon & Wiltshire).
• Contribute to a broad range of study types, including observational studies (questionnaires/interviews) and interventional trials exploring psychological and pharmacological interventions for mental health conditions.
• Work as part of a team to support research initiatives that improve services for people with mental health difficulties.

Qualifications

• Background in psychology, and/or experience of delivering mental health research and/or research in NHS/social care settings.

About Us

AWP R&D has over 25 research staff and works across six counties in England. Our work covers a broad range of topic areas, including exploring novel treatments for psychosis, bipolar disorder, treatment-resistant depression and dementia.