Research Assistant – Psychosis Stigma Trial Liaison

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust; City Of London; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare trust in London is seeking a Research Assistant for a fixed term of 1 year. The role involves liaising with services to recruit trial participants, conducting interviews, and administering psychometric questionnaires as part of a research study on psychosis. Candidates should have a minimum 2:1 degree and some experience in mental health settings, as well as knowledge of research methodologies. This position offers specialized training and the opportunity to contribute to important stigma research.

Benefits

High Cost Area Supplement (15% of basic salary)

Qualifications

• Must have a first degree with a minimum 2:1 classification.
• Experience in a mental health setting is essential.
• Knowledge of research methodologies and data analysis is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clinical and voluntary services to raise study profile.
• Conduct semi-structured interviews with participants.
• Administer psychometric questionnaires for data collection.
• Collaborate with the research team on trial activities.

Skills

Experience in mental health settings

Knowledge of audit, research design and data analysis

Structured psychiatric interview skills

Education

Good first degree (at least a 2:1)

Job description

A prominent healthcare trust in London is seeking a Research Assistant for a fixed term of 1 year. The role involves liaising with services to recruit trial participants, conducting interviews, and administering psychometric questionnaires as part of a research study on psychosis. Candidates should have a minimum 2:1 degree and some experience in mental health settings, as well as knowledge of research methodologies. This position offers specialized training and the opportunity to contribute to important stigma research.