Research Associate – Site Co-ordinator (CONNECT)

Research Associate – Site Co-ordinator (CONNECT), Midlothian

Client: The University of Edinburgh

Location: Midlothian

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 310cd93aa2b9

Job Views: 16

Posted: 28.04.2025

Expiry Date: 12.06.2025

Job Description:

Department: College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences; School of Health in Social Science; Clinical Psychology

Positions:

• Full-time (1 FTE), 35 hours/week, fixed term until 31 March 2027
• Part-time (0.6 FTE), 21 hours/week, maternity cover, fixed term until 31 October 2025

Availability: Both positions available from November

We are seeking motivated and creative candidates with a strong background in the applied psychology of mental health. The ideal candidate will have research management experience, understanding of mixed-methods studies, skills in psychological assessment, project management capabilities, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The successful applicant will join the Section of Clinical Psychology within the School of Health in Social Science and be part of the Contextual Mental Health Research Group.

The Opportunity:

This role offers an exciting chance to serve as the site Research Co-ordinator for the CONNECT study, a multi-site Wellcome Trust funded project. The project aims to identify relapse signatures through active and passive digital monitoring and data collection methods. The post holder will manage all local aspects of the project, liaise with national and local project leads, researchers, patient and public contributors, and the co-ordinating centre, as well as oversee two research assistants. Candidates interested in digital mental health and serious mental health issues are especially encouraged to apply.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• Experience in psychological assessments

Please submit an up-to-date CV and a Cover Letter with your application.