Junior Research Therapist

Clerkenwell Health; Camden Town; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering mental health research organisation is seeking a Psychiatric Nurse/Junior Research Therapist to deliver high-quality psychedelic-assisted therapies in clinical trials. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, conduct assessments, and receive dedicated training in a dynamic environment. Ideal for individuals passionate about mental health and committed to professional growth.

Qualifications

• Commitment to learning in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in psychedelic therapy or mental health treatment is advantageous.
• Experience in a research environment and clinical trial protocols is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy and psychological support per trial protocols.
• Conduct and document clinical assessments.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for care standards.
• Engage in training and reflect on practice.
• Screen patients and attend dosing sessions.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Passion for mental health

Collaboration skills

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Psychiatric Nurse/ Junior Research Therapist to join our growing therapy team at Clerkenwell Health. You'll play a critical role in delivering high-quality psychedelic-assisted therapies across a range of cutting-edge clinical trials. Working closely with senior therapists, clinical staff, and trial teams, you'll contribute to the safe and effective delivery of care and psychological support within an innovative clinical research setting. You will receive dedicated training and supervision while gaining hands-on experience in the implementation of clinical trial protocols, therapeutic delivery, and clinical research processes. This role is ideal for someone passionate about mental health, who brings clinical expertise and a commitment to learning in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapy and psychological support in line with trial protocols and treatment manuals, including dosing sessions.
• Conduct and document clinical assessments, maintaining accurate notes and participant records.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high standards of care and protocol compliance.
• Engage in training, supervision, and reflective practice to support professional growth.
• Screen patients, coordinate randomisation, attend/lead dosing sessions, and complete validated clinical ratings per protocol.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team (therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, nurses).
• Follow a manualised framework; open to site-provided training (prior psychedelic training is acceptable but must align with the study manual).
• Be reliable, organised, and able to commit to the study schedule across two initial trials.
• Experience in psychedelic therapy or mental health treatment would be advantageous but is not required.
• Experience working in a research environment and following clinical trial protocols would be advantageous.

About Clerkenwell Health

Clerkenwell Health is a pioneering mental health research organisation specialising in psychedelic-assisted therapy. We conduct innovative, scientifically grounded clinical trials through our integrated Contract Research Organisation (CRO), broad Clinical Research Facility (CRF) network, and Therapist Training Programme. We have expanded our focus to the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) disorders, in addition to complex mental health conditions.