_________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Postdoctoral Researcher Computational Psychiatry Division Medical Sciences Department Psychiatry Location Warneford Hospital Grade and salary Grade 7: £36,024 per annum Hours Full time (consideration would be given to candidates wishing to work part-time – minimum 80% FTE, on a pro rata basis) Contract type Fixed-term (3 years) Reporting to Professor Michael Browning Vacancy reference 167190 Additional information The role The post holder will be responsible for supporting the development of translational research activity using computational modelling approaches by the NIHR1 Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre (BRC). The Oxford Health BRC provides infrastructure (posts, equipment, consumables) to support experimental medicine and related research studies. The initial focus will be on the development of novel measures relevant to the assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders. Key methods include modelling of behavioural, cognitive and physiological processes, using data collected from both patient and non-clinical human populations. The post holder will report to the computational psychiatry subtheme lead (Michael Browning). The ideal candidate will have experience of applying computational modelling approaches to questions relevant to mental health, and will be able to generate innovative solutions to problems through the application of specialist know-how. They will have experience of running and analysing studies relevant to mental health in human 1 National Institute for Health Research provides the framework through which research staff and research infrastructure of the NHS in England are positioned, maintained and managed as a national research facility. populations. They will have experience of coding and data analysis generally as well as the development and coding of online cognitive tasks or measures. Responsibilities • • • • • • • Support the translation of pre-clinical computational measures and their collection in clinical populations across the Oxford Health BRC, and from the depression therapeutic theme. Develop and maintain simple, clinic ready online cognitive measures, and their associated analysis pipelines, to be routinely collected from patients in research clinics within the Oxford Health BRC and at other sites. Serve as first port of call for researchers and clinicians seeking advice about computational analysis within the Oxford Health BRC. Oversee the day-to-day running of ongoing research projects, ensuring adherence to protocols and timelines. Take a lead role in the planning, approval, and execution of future projects. Help supervise students and visiting researchers carrying out projects. Present and write up data from studies for publication Play a key role in public engagement activities related to the work of the theme Identify additional opportunities and requirements to enhance the Oxford Health BRC, helping develop research questions, secure external funding, and shape the future plans of these. Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • • • • • • • Have or be close to completion of a PhD in clinical or cognitive neuroscience, psychology or related discipline. Experience in the use of computational modelling approaches to address questions of clinical interest and the ability to able to generate innovative solutions to problems through the application of specialist know-how Proven ability to develop and code new psychological paradigms, including online cognitive tasks Excellent data analysis skills, including experience of developing analysis scripts and training others in their use Ability to independently plan and manage a research project. Experience of running and analysing studies relevant to mental health in human populations Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and experience of working in an interdisciplinary area. Desirable selection criteria • • • • • Experience of experimental medicine studies, particularly those related to mental health Experience of collecting and analysing neuroimaging data (e.g. fMRI, MEG etc). Experience of data collection, analysis or management of multi-site studies Interest and/or expertise in psychiatric disorders. Experience of external grant submission and contribution to scientific papers. Pre-employment screening Standard checks If you are offered the post, the offer will be subject to standard pre-employment checks. You will be asked to provide: proof of your right-to-work in the UK; proof of your identity; and (if we haven’t done so already) we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities for which you may need us to make appropriate adjustments. Please read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures at: https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/pre-employment-checks JD POSTDOC COMPUTATIONAL PSYCHIATRY 167190 2 Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job includes hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows: • Work in clinical areas with direct contact with patients (NOT administrative roles) Additional security pre-employment checks This job includes duties that will require additional security pre-employment checks: • A satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check due to regulated activity involving ‘at risk’ adults About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. 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For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Department of Psychiatry The Department of Psychiatry based on the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford has an international reputation for excellence. The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox. 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. There are approximately 220 staff including 33 principal investigators leading research groups investigating applying a wide range of approaches from translational neuroscience, experimental medicine, epidemiology, clinical trials and health services research to developmental disorders, mood disorders, cognitive disorders and self-harm and suicide. There are strong links with other departments and institutes both within and outside Oxford: these links ensure that we can apply the best scientific methods to psychiatric and cognitive disorders. The Department has an annual turnover approaching £10 million with more than 130 research grants. For more information please visit: http://www.psych.ox.ac.uk The Department of Psychiatry holds a silver Athena Swan award to recognise advancement of gender equality: representation, progression and success for all. Medical Sciences Division For more information please visit: https://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/ JD POSTDOC COMPUTATIONAL PSYCHIATRY 167190 3 How to apply Applications are made through our online recruitment portal. Information about how to apply is available on our Jobs website https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/how-to-apply. Your application will be judged solely on the basis of how you demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria stated in the job description. As part of your application you will be asked to provide details of two referees and indicate whether we can contact them now. You will be asked to upload a CV and a supporting statement. The supporting statement must explain how you meet each of the selection criteria for the post using examples of your skills and experience. This may include experience gained in employment, education, or during career breaks (such as time out to care for dependants) Please upload all documents as PDF files with your name and the document type in the filename. All applications must be received by midday UK time on the closing date stated in the online advertisement. Information for priority candidates A priority candidate is a University employee who is seeking redeployment because they have been advised that they are at risk of redundancy, or on grounds of ill-health/disability. Priority candidates are issued with a redeployment letter by their employing department(s). 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JD POSTDOC COMPUTATIONAL PSYCHIATRY 167190 4 Important information for candidates Data Privacy Please note that any personal data submitted to the University as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation. For further information, please see the University’s Privacy Notice for Job Applicants at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/job-applicant-privacypolicy. The University’s Policy on Data Protection is available at: https://compliance.admin.ox.ac.uk/dataprotection-policy. The University’s policy on retirement The University operates an Employer Justified Retirement Age (EJRA) for very senior research posts at grade RSIV/D35 and clinical equivalents E62 and E82, which with effect from 1 October 2023 will be 30 September before the 70th birthday. The justification for this is explained at: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. For existing employees on these grades, any employment beyond the retirement age is subject to approval through the procedures: https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/the-ejra. There is no normal or fixed age at which staff in posts at other grades have to retire. Staff at these grades may elect to retire in accordance with the rules of the applicable pension scheme, as may be amended from time to time. Equality of opportunity Entry into employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each particular post and the relevant salary structure. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration. No applicant or member of staff shall be discriminated against because of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. JD POSTDOC COMPUTATIONAL PSYCHIATRY 167190 5 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts, and a variety of professional development opportunities. Our range of other employee benefits and discounts also includes free entry to the Botanic Gardens and University colleges, and discounts at University museums. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for all University staff. The University Club offers social, sporting, and hospitality facilities. Staff can also use the University Sports Centre on Iffley Road at discounted rates, including a fitness centre, powerlifting room, and swimming pool. See www.club.ox.ac.uk and https://www.sport.ox.ac.uk/. 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We are looking to appoint a postdoctoral researcher to join the NIHR Oxford Health Biomedical Research Centre team (BRC). You will report to Professor Michael Browning (sub theme lead for computational psychiatry) and will be supporting the development of translational research activity using computational modelling approaches. The post is full time however consideration would be given to candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 80% FTE) on a pro-rata basis. The post is based in Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital. The post is for a fixed term (funded for 3 years) The initial focus will be on the development of novel measures relevant to the assessment and treatment of psychiatric disorders. Key methods include modelling of behavioural, cognitive and physiological processes, using data collected from both patient and non-clinical human populations. You will support the translation of pre-clinical computational measures and their collection in clinical populations and serve as first port of call for researchers and clinicians seeking advice about computational analysis across the BRC. You will have or be close to the completion of a of a PhD in clinical or cognitive neuroscience, psychology or related discipline, along with experience in the use of computational modelling approaches to address questions of clinical interest. With experience of coding and data analysis, you will have the ability to develop and code new psychological paradigms including online cognitive tasks. Experience of experimental medicine studies (particularly mental health), and of collecting and analysing neuroimaging data (fMRI. MEG etc) would be desirable. You will be required to upload a supporting statement, a CV, and details of two referees as part of your online application. The closing date for this post is 12.00 midday on 6th October 2023
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