Part-time Research Assistant; The Oxford Psychological Interventions in Childhood and adolescen[...]

TN United Kingdom; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading research institution is seeking a part-time Research Assistant to support a feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial on an online CBT intervention for children with OCD. Candidates should hold an undergraduate degree in psychology and have experience working with families affected by mental health issues. The role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement and provides comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans

Membership to social and sports clubs

Qualifications

• Experience working with families and/or children affected by mental health issues.
• Ability to liaise with clinical staff and study team members.
• Familiarity with child anxiety and OCD treatment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day running of the feasibility RCT.
• Conduct qualitative and clinical diagnostic interviews with parents and children.
• Assist in administrative tasks and recruitment activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in psychology (2:1 or above)

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Part-time Research Assistant; The Oxford Psychological Interventions in Childhood and Adolescence (TOPIC), Oxford

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Client:

University of Oxford

Location:

Oxford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

27.05.2025

Expiry Date:

11.07.2025

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Job Description:

We are seeking

a Research Assistant to join The Oxford Psychological Interventions for Children and Adolescents (TOPIC) research group to work on a feasibility Randomised Controlled Trial (RCT) of a brief online parent-led Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) intervention for children aged 5 to 12 years old with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing, reflected in benefits including:

• Excellent contributory pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave
• Comprehensive childcare services
• Family leave schemes
• Cycle loan scheme
• Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket loans
• Membership to social and sports clubs

The post is available on a flexible hybrid basis, with a minimum of 2 days/week on-site.

About the Role

The position is funded from 1 September 2025 to 15 June 2027, based in the Department of Experimental Psychology, Anna Watts Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford. It is a part-time role (80% FTE). Responsibilities include supporting the day-to-day running of the feasibility RCT, administrative tasks, recruitment activities, liaising with clinical teams, and conducting qualitative and clinical diagnostic interviews with parents and children regarding online treatment and trial participation.

About You

You should have an undergraduate degree (2:1 or above) in psychology, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Experience working with families and/or children affected by mental health issues, and ability to liaise with clinical staff and study team members, is essential. Familiarity with child anxiety and OCD treatment and measurement, and experience conducting assessments or treatments with affected children and families, would be advantageous.

Diversity

We are committed to equality and valuing diversity. Our initiatives aim to make the Department of Psychiatry supportive, welcoming, and inclusive.

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