Clinical Development Fellow in Psychiatry - 214836 LMC

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Development Fellow in Psychiatry to join a dynamic team at a prestigious hospital. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to engage in diverse psychiatric projects while working closely with a multidisciplinary team. The role emphasizes flexibility, allowing for a balanced work-life arrangement. Candidates will benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health and eager to contribute to innovative projects, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Responsibilities

• Work in a strong MDT with opportunities in therapy, ethics, and psychopharmacology.
• Support for flexible working arrangements and less than full-time roles.

Job description

Clinical Development Fellow in Psychiatry
ROYAL EDINBURGH HOSPITAL

Reference - 214836

NHS Lothian is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best.

To this end, NHS Lothian welcomes applications from all sections of society.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

Applications are welcome for the above fixed term, part time (32 hours per week) post based in the Royal Edinburgh Hospital.

There is one (8 Programmed Activities) clinical development fellow posts. The post is newly available due to a member of staff not being able to take up the post. The role will combine both working in a strong MDT with the opportunity to pursue a project across the uniquely broad areas that psychiatry encompasses: from therapy to ethics to psychopharmacology.

If interested applicants are looking for flexible working we would encourage them to contact us (see below for details). There are a range of opportunities that would facilitate less than full time working and NHS Lothian psychiatric services have a strong track record in supporting consultants to develop their role and job plan through less than full time work.

The post does not have educational approval from the Postgraduate Dean and will not be recognised for training.

For an informal discussion or further information please contact:
Dr Andrew Watson, Associate Medical Director – 07866256096
Dr Zara Morris – 0131 537 6000.

If viewing from an external site, please visit https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk for a job pack detailing the minimum requirements for this post and details of how to apply.

We cannot accept CV’s as a form of application and only a completed online application form will be accepted. Personal information will not be sent with the application for short listing. The application form will be identified by the candidate number only to ensure that all applicants are treated equally.

Closing Date: 17/05/2025 - we are likely to experience high levels of applications and may close this vacancy early. As a result, we would encourage you to apply at the first opportunity.

***PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early***