Job summaryThe University of Worcester and Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust are seeking an outstanding clinical academic to lead a programme of research in child and adolescent mental health. This joint appointment combines research leadership in the Universitys growing mental health portfolio with a substantive consultant psychiatrist role. The postholder will spend three days each week in clinical practice with the Community Core CAMHS Team in Redditch and two days undertaking research at the University. They will work within the NIHR-funded Mental Health Inequities Research Unit (MHIRU), developing a distinctive children and young peoples research strand aligned with the Units wider programme.The appointment may be made at Clinical Professor or Associate Professor level. The level offered will reflect the successful candidates research outputs, external funding, doctoral supervision and breadth and significance of research leadership, considered in relation to career stage and opportunity.Main duties of the jobSupport and informal enquiriesThe appointee will have a jointly agreed job plan, continuing professional development, annual consultant appraisal and revalidation. For the University component, they will be mentored by Deputy Pro Vice Chancellor Research Professor Eleanor Bradley and have access to researcher development and appropriate external training. The Trust provides postgraduate teaching, a consultant peer group, occupational health and staff wellbeing support.Research component: Professor John-Paul Wilson, Pro Vice Chancellor Research, University of Worcester, component: Dr Kate Powell, CAMHS Clinical Director, via note that the recruitment process for this position is being managed by the University of Worcester. Applicants are therefore requested to submit their application via the link provided below.For further information including job description /person specification and to apply please follow usAt Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust,
we are working together to deliver outstanding care. We run community hospitals
and community health services across Worcestershire and provide mental health
and learning disability services across both Herefordshire and Worcestershire.Our people (all 4500+ of them) provide services for people of
all ages, experiencing both physical and/or mental health conditions from over
100 sites.We will support you to thrive; offer flexible
working options for a great work-life balance, help you fulfil your ambitions,
and empower you to make positive changes within your team or service. We value
diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures,
and ethnicities.What we offer;
27 days leave plus
Clinical Professor/Associate Professor Child & Adolescent Psychiatry in Worcester employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
