Clinical Researcher (Greater Oxford Area)

NEW OPPORTUNITY: Clinical Researcher – Psycho-Pharmacomicrobiomics

We’re excited to announce a 12-month Clinical Researcher post (renewable) in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Oxford. The post-holder will join a Wellcome-funded programme of research that aims at investigating whether and how the gut microbiome influences psychiatric medication efficacy and side-effects. This is a unique chance to dive into translational psychiatry in a world-class environment.

About the Role:

• Coordinate patient data and biosample collection (Oxford & collaborating sites across the UK, Europe & Australia – travel encouraged!)

• Contribute to cutting-edge analyses (in vitro assays, germ-free mouse models, large-scale clinical databases)

• Collaborate with psychopharmacology services in Oxford, London, Liverpool & Cambridge

• Author high-impact publications and develop your own research agenda (mentorship toward DPhil/Fellowship applications)

Who We’re Looking For:

• Clinician registered with GMC, having completed UK Foundation Training

• Passionate about neuropsychiatric research and pursuing a clinical academic career

• Experience in patient recruitment, biosample handling, and excellent communication skills

• Bonus: multi-site research experience, psychopharmacology/data analysis background

Key Dates:

• Application Deadline: 30 June 2025 (12:00 GMT)

Apply Here:

https://my.corehr.com/pls/uoxrecruit/erq_jobspec_version_4.display_form?p_company=10&p_internal_external=E&p_display_in_irish=N&p_process_type=&p_applicant_no=&p_form_profile_detail=&p_display_apply_ind=Y&p_refresh_search=Y&p_recruitment_id=179619

Queries? Email amedeo.minichino@psych.ox.ac.uk (Vacancy ID: 179619)

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Good luck to all applicants!