At a Glance
- Tasks: Support neuroimaging assessments and contribute to innovative research on CBD and psychosis.
- Company: Join the prestigious University of Oxford's Department of Psychiatry.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and a chance to work on impactful research.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Be part of groundbreaking research that tackles global challenges in mental health.
- Qualifications: Relevant degree and some research experience; psychosis research experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 41636 - 41636 £ per year.
Location: Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, Warneford Hospital, Oxford OX3 7JX
The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment, which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. The Department of Psychiatry is based on the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford – a friendly, welcoming place of work with an international reputation for excellence. The Department has a substantial research programme, with major funding from Medical Research Council (MRC), Wellcome Trust and National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) and provides highly rated medical training in psychiatry.
This is an exciting opportunity to join Professor Philip McGuire’s research group, contributing to research investigating the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) in psychosis. The postholder will support the neuroimaging assessment of participants involved in these studies. The role does not involve the clinical assessment of participants.
About the Role
The post is funded for 3 years and is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital. You will contribute to the use of neuroimaging in the assessment of participants in the STEP programme. You will manage your own research and administrative activities, within guidelines provided by senior colleagues. You will contribute to wider project planning, including ideas for new research projects.
About You
You will hold a relevant first degree, together with some relevant research experience. You will possess sufficient specialist knowledge and experience in research to work within established research programmes. Experience in psychosis research is desirable.
Diversity
Committed to equality and valuing diversity. Our active Psychiatry People and Culture teams and initiatives including our values and behaviours framework, work to make the Department of Psychiatry as supportive, welcoming and inclusive as possible.
Application Process
You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. Please see the University pages on the application process at https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/application-process. The closing date for applications is 24 September 2026. £35,681 to £41,636 per annum pro rata part time.
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