Clinical Researcher in Paediatric Neuroimaging

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious research institution in Oxford is seeking a full-time Clinical Researcher to join the Paediatric Neuroimaging Group. This role involves providing clinical input across the research lifecycle and leading projects. Ideal candidates will have strong neonatal and paediatric clinical knowledge, and experience in research management. The contract is initially for 3.5 months, with possible extension based on funding.

Benefits

Paid days for skill enhancement

Additional training funding

Wellbeing activities like yoga and bootcamp

Qualifications

• Experience in neonatal and paediatric clinical settings.
• Proven ability to manage research projects.
• Familiarity with grant application processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical input across the research studies lifecycle.
• Lead research projects and support group initiatives.
• Contribute to strategy planning and operational development.

Skills

Neonatal clinical knowledge

Paediatric clinical knowledge

Research design

Project management

Job description

Department of Paediatrics, Paediatric Neuroimaging Group, Women’s Centre, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join the Paediatric Neuroimaging Research Group in the Department of Paediatrics as our Clinical Researcher. You will be responsible for providing neonatal and paediatric clinical input across the research studies lifecycle, including conceptualisation, design, implementation, and dissemination. Your clinical knowledge will contribute to strategy planning and operational development of the research group.

This role involves contributions to grant applications, research direction decisions, leading your own projects, and supporting others within the group. You will work in a growing department within the Medical Sciences Division, which is a world leader in child health research.

This position is full-time on a fixed-term contract initially for 3.5 months, or until 1 March 2026, with the possibility of extension depending on external funding. The role is suitable for those who can start as soon as possible and meets UK Skilled Worker visa criteria.

About the department

The Department of Paediatrics has received the Athena Swan Gold award for gender equality. We support staff development with paid days for skill enhancement and additional training funding. We promote staff wellbeing through activities like yoga, bootcamp, and choir sessions. For visa holders, we offer financial assistance for visa renewal fees.