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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join an exciting Medical Research Council (MRC) funded project that focuses on increasing access to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for preadolescent children with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The post is based in the Department of Experimental Psychology in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter in Oxford. The post is part time (60% FTE). The post is for a fixed term (funded to 31 December 2026). We have worked with families and clinicians to develop a brief face-to-face/telephone therapist-supported, parent-led CBT intervention for preadolescent children with OCD. We now intend to conduct further work with families and clinicians to co-adapt a brief online version of this intervention and conduct a feasibility randomised controlled trial (RCT) and process evaluation of the brief online intervention in routine mental health services in the UK. This project will involve working with key stakeholders to co-adapt a brief online version of the intervention, conducting a feasibility RCT and conducting a process evaluation. Working closely with study investigators and a range of collaborators, you will co-lead and monitor all aspects of this project. This will include patient and public involvement activities, site and participant recruitment, quantitative and qualitative data collection and data analysis. You will have or be close to completion of a relevant PhD/DPhil together with relevant experience. You will have specialist knowledge of child mental health, experience of conducting Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) and/or co-design activities with lived experience individuals as well as experience of conducting and recruiting participants and / or analysing qualitative interview data. Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to communicate with a range of groups, represent the team at meetings, and write for publication. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and a CV as part of your application. The closing date for the post is midday on 1st May 2024.
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Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join an exciting Medical Research Council (MRC) funded project that focuses on increasing access to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for preadolescent children with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The post is based in the Department of Experimental Psychology in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter in Oxford. The post is part time (60% FTE). The post is for a fixed term (funded to 31 December 2026). We have worked with families and clinicians to develop a brief face-to- face/telephone therapist-supported, parent-led CBT intervention for preadolescent children with OCD. We now intend to conduct further work with families and clinicians to co-adapt a brief online version of this intervention and conduct a feasibility randomised controlled trial (RCT) and process evaluation of the brief online intervention in routine mental health services in the UK. This project will involve working with key stakeholders to co-adapt a brief online version of the intervention, conducting a feasibility RCT and conducting a process evaluation. Working closely with study investigators and a range of collaborators, you will co-lead and monitor all aspects of this project. This will include patient and public involvement activities, site and participant recruitment, quantitative and qualitative data collection and data analysis. You will have or be close to completion of a relevant PhD/DPhil together with relevant experience. You will have specialist knowledge of child mental health, experience of conducting Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) and/or co-design activities with lived experience individuals as well as experience of conducting and recruiting participants and / or analysing qualitative interview data. Excellent communication skills are essential, including the ability to communicate with a range of groups, represent the team at meetings, and write for publication. You will be required to upload a supporting statement and a CV as part of your application. The closing date for the post is midday on 1st May 2024.
_________________________________________________________________________ Summary Job title Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher; The Oxford Psychological Interventions in Childhood and adolescence (TOPIC) Division Medical Sciences Department Psychiatry Location Department of Experimental Psychology, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Oxford Grade and salary Grade 7: £36024-£44263 per annum Hours Part time (60%FTE) Contract type Fixed-term (funded to 31 December 2026) Reporting to Dr Chloe Chessell Vacancy reference 171268 The role We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join an exciting Medical Research Council (MRC) funded project that focuses on increasing access to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for preadolescent children with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). We have worked with families and clinicians to develop a brief face-to-face/telephone therapist-supported, parent-led CBT intervention for preadolescent children with OCD. We now intend to conduct further work with families and clinicians to co-adapt a brief online version of this intervention and conduct a feasibility randomised controlled trial (RCT) and process evaluation of the brief online intervention in routine mental health services in the UK. This project will involve: (1) working with key stakeholders (i.e., parents/children with OCD, clinicians, OCD charities) to co-adapt a brief online version of the intervention, (2) conducting a feasibility RCT to determine the feasibility of (i) the brief online intervention, and (ii) a definitive RCT comparing the clinical outcomes and costeffectiveness of the brief online intervention to usual treatment in routine mental health services, and (3) to conduct a process evaluation to explore (a) the implementation and acceptability, (b) mechanisms of impact, and (c) contextual factors that affect delivery, engagement, and outcomes for the online intervention. The postholder will co-lead all aspects of this project, working closely with the study investigators. Responsibilities • Co-lead and monitor project activities, including patient and public involvement activities, site and participant recruitment, quantitative and qualitative data collection, and data analysis. • Work closely with study investigators and a range of collaborators to enable successful delivery of the project. • Contribute to the design of project materials and protocols for ethical approval • Manage own academic research and administrative activities. This involves project management, to coordinate multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines • Adapt existing and develop new research methodologies and materials • Prepare working theories and analyse qualitative and quantitative data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining theories as appropriate • Contribute ideas for new research projects • Develop ideas for generating research income, and present detailed research proposals to senior researchers • Collaborate in the preparation of research publications, and book chapters • Present papers at conferences or public meetings • Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the group on methodologies or procedures • Represent the research group at external meetings/seminars • Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in partner institutions, and research groups Selection criteria Essential selection criteria • Have or be close to the completion of a relevant PhD/DPhil, together with relevant experience • Possess sufficient specialist knowledge of child mental health problems • Experience of conducting Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) and/or co-design activities with lived experience individuals • Experience of conducting and recruiting participants to randomised controlled trials (ideally in NHS settings) • Experience of conducting and/or analysing qualitative interview data • Experience of working with a range of key stakeholders (e.g., charities, external companies) • Ability to manage own academic research and associated activities • Previous experience of contributing to publications/presentations • Ability to contribute ideas for new research projects and research income generation • Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings • Flexibility to work some irregular hours occasionally to fit with participant availability Desirable selection criteria • Experience of preparing NHS ethics application and data management plans • Experience using data management software (e.g., REDCAP, Online Surveys) • Experience conducting process evaluations • Knowledge of, and/or experience delivering, mental health assessments (e.g., diagnostic assessments) and/or low-intensity interventions for child mental health problems Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher 171268 2 • Knowledge of, and/or experience applying, implementation science frameworks and/or PPI/co-production frameworks. • Experience of independently managing a discrete area of a research project • Experience of actively collaborating in the development of research articles for publication 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. If you have previously worked for the University we will also verify key information such as your dates of employment and reason for leaving your previous role with the department/unit where you worked. 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 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 children and ‘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. We believe our strengths lie both in empowering individuals and teams to address fundamental questions of global significance, while providing all our staff with a welcoming and inclusive workplace that enables everyone to develop and do their best work. Recognising that diversity is our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, we aspire to build a truly diverse community which values and respects every individual’s unique contribution. While we have long traditions of scholarship, we are also forward-looking, creative and cutting-edge. Oxford is one of Europe's most entrepreneurial universities and we rank first in the UK for university spin-outs, and in recent years we have spun out 15-20 new companies every year. We are also recognised as leaders in support for social enterprise. Join us and you will find a unique, democratic and international community, a great range of staff benefits and access to a vibrant array of cultural activities in the beautiful city of Oxford. For more information, please visit www.ox.ac.uk/about/organisation. Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher 171268 3 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 250 staff including 41 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 of over £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/ Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher 171268 4 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). If you are a priority candidate, please ensure that you attach your redeployment letter to your application (or email it to the contact address on the advert if the application form used for the vacancy does not allow attachments). If you need help Application FAQs, including technical troubleshooting advice is available at: https://staff.web.ox.ac.uk/recruitment-support-faqs Non-technical questions about this job should be addressed to the recruiting department directly vacancies@psych.ox.ac.uk To return to the online application at any stage, please go to: www.recruit.ox.ac.uk. Please note that you will receive an automated email from our online recruitment portal to confirm receipt of your application. Please check your spam/junk mail if you do not receive this email. Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher 171268 5 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 of 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. Part-time Postdoctoral Researcher 171268 6 Benefits of working at the University Employee benefits University employees enjoy 38 days’ paid holiday, generous pension schemes, travel discounts including salary sacrifice schemes for bicycles and electric cars and other discounts. Staff can access a huge range of personal and professional development opportunities. See https://hr.admin.ox.ac.uk/staff-benefits Employee Assistance Programme As part of our wellbeing offering staff get free access to Health Assured, a confidential employee assistance programme which is available 24/7 for 365 days a year. Find out more https://staff.admin.ox.ac.uk/healthassured-eap University Club and sports facilities Membership of the University Club is free for University staff. It 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/. Information for staff new to Oxford If you are relocating to Oxfordshire from overseas or elsewhere in the UK, the University's Welcome Service includes practical information about settling in the area, including advice on relocation, accommodation, and local schools. See https://welcome.ox.ac.uk/ There is also a visa loan scheme to cover the costs of UK visa applications for staff and their dependants. See https://staffimmigration.admin.ox.ac.uk/visa-loan-scheme Family-friendly benefits With one of the most generous family leave schemes in the Higher Education sector, and a range of flexible working options, Oxford aims to be a family-friendly employer. We have excellent childcare services, including five University nurseries as well as places at many other private nurseries. See https://childcare.admin.ox.ac.uk/ We also subscribe to the Work+Family Space, a service that provides practical advice and support for employees who have caring responsibilities for dependants of all types. 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