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.  The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox.

 

We are seeking a Clinical Researcher to play a leading role in an experimental medicine study aimed at developing novel biomarkers of brain circuit function.

 

 

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

 

•               An excellent contributory pension scheme

•               38 days annual leave

•               A comprehensive range of childcare services

•               Family leave schemes

•               Cycle loan scheme

•               Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

•               Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

 

Due to the nature of the role, flexible working is not available for this post.

 

 

The post is funded for 12 months and is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital.

 

Reporting to Dr Rob McCutcheon, Chief Investigator of the study, you will join a multidisciplinary research group within the Department of Psychiatry, University of Oxford, with expertise spanning neuroimaging, computational modelling, clinical psychiatry, and experimental medicine.

 

You will work on the EXIBIT (EXcitation–Inhibition Balance Imaging using Twin modalities) study, a collaborative project between the University of Oxford and Johnson & Johnson.

 

You will play a central role in the conduct of this study, including participant recruitment, clinical assessments, data acquisition, and analysis. In addition to contributing to the successful completion of the EXIBIT study, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop your own research interests in neuroimaging, computational psychiatry, and biomarker development.

 

 

You will hold a medical degree (MBBS or equivalent) and GMC registration, along with clinical experience in a relevant clinical setting including experimental medicine study experience.  

 

The ability to use initiative to plan and organise complex activities and programmes and manage own academic research and associated activities is essential.  You will have demonstrable, strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build rapport with research participants.  You will be able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team and to contribute to research publications and presentations is essential.

 

Experience recruiting participants to research studies and with neuroimaging methods (e.g., MRI, EEG, MEG) would be desirable.

 

 

Committed to equality and valuing diversity, ouractive  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.

 

 

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 12:00 midday on 31 July 2026.

 

The Oxford Centre for Emerging Minds Research is a newly funded research centre that has been established to conduct world class research that contributes to a world where differences between children and young people are understood and accepted, strengths are capitalised on, and mental health difficulties are prevented or addressed early in life.

 

This is a new post, with opportunities to creatively communicate through a variety of communications and engagement channels. The post-holder will provide communications and events support for the new centre, helping to promote its work to a wide range of stakeholders. They will produce outputs, advise colleagues across the centre, and work with suppliers and partners as appropriate. The role will involve creating content including press releases, newsletters, blogs and videos, managing the website and managing the delivery of OCEMR events.

 

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

•               An excellent contributory pension scheme

•               38 days annual leave

•               A comprehensive range of childcare services

•               Family leave schemes

•               Cycle loan scheme

•               Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

•               Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

 

The post is available on a flexible hybrid basis.   The minimum on-site time is 3 days/week for a full-time post.

 

The post is funded till 30 September 2030 and is based in the Department of Experimental Psychology based at the Life and Mind Building.

 

You will deliver the OCEMR communications strategy, including planning and scheduling content, creating and uploading content to the website and social media platforms. You will contribute to the design of new websites, digital platforms, promotional materials such as banners, flyers, merchandise and coordinating with designers, suppliers, departmental communications teams, and OCEMR team members. You will work proactively to identify, plan and coordinate press work for media-relevant activities in the centre, including drafting press releases and responding to enquiries, in liaison with relevant department colleagues and the University’s Public Affairs Directorate as applicable. You will lead on organising and managing online or hybrid events

 

You will have experience of producing communication outputs using standard and innovative digital design and communications tools. You will have demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining public-facing digital platforms such as websites and social media channels for impact and engagement. You will have excellent written skills, evidenced in the production of public-facing materials and excellent communication and interpersonal skills to enable good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

 

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.

 

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 Wednesday, 22 July 2026.  Interviews will take place on Tuesday, 4th August 2026 and will be face to face.

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.  The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox.

The TV ARC is based within the Department of Psychiatry at Oxford and the Thames Valley research ecosystem spans several boundaries between different care settings, commissioners and providers, and across the translational continuum. Our work is organised across three thematic areas- Start Well, Live Well, Age Well- along with five cross cutting themes: digital; health tech and data; community, social, and home care; knowledge mobilisation, implementation, and partnerships; research inclusion and health inequalities; planning and delivering social care.

 

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

 

•             An excellent contributory pension scheme

•             38 days annual leave

•             A comprehensive range of childcare services

•             Family leave schemes

•             Cycle loan scheme

•             Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

•             Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

 

The post is available on a flexible hybrid basis. The minimum on-site time is 3 days/week for a full-time post.

 

 

The post is funded until April 2031 and is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital.

 

You will lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of a broad capacity development programme aligned with TV ARC priorities, with a focus on organisational capability, leadership, academic career development, and community capacity building. You will design and facilitate inclusive learning and development activity in formats that are accessible and relevant to diverse audiences, including non-specialist groups.

 

 

You will be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience and have proven experience of designing and delivering inclusive inclusive organisational, leadership, workforce, and/or capacity development activity in complex, multi-stakeholder settings. You will have strong analytical, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex issues into accessible and practical development activity Experience of working in partnerships across University, NHS, social care, local authority and or community sectors is desirable.

 

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.

 

 

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 July 2026.

 

The Oxford Centre for Women's Mental Health is a major new cross-divisional initiative funded through the University's Strategic Research Fund. Established in response to urgent global calls to address the persistent women's health gap, the Centre will be the first interdisciplinary centre of its kind dedicated to advancing research, education and policy in women's mental health. Bringing together expertise from across the biological, clinical, psychological, social, cultural and structural determinants of health, the Centre will position Oxford as the leading global authority in women's mental health research and policy influence.

 

The appointee will provide intellectual and organisational leadership for the Centre, developing and delivering an ambitious strategic vision for interdisciplinary research, education, engagement and global impact. They will lead an internationally recognised programme of research in women's mental health, secure substantial external funding, build major national and international partnerships, and foster a collaborative and inclusive research culture. The Professor will play a leading role in shaping the University's research strategy in this area, contribute to teaching and curriculum development, supervise postgraduate students and postdoctoral researchers, and support the development of future generations of academic and clinical leaders.

 

Applications are welcomed from outstanding researchers across a broad range of relevant disciplines, including psychiatry, psychology, epidemiology, women's health, public health, neuroscience, social sciences, anthropology, medical humanities, health policy, data science and related fields. Candidates will have an internationally distinguished research profile, a substantial record of high-quality publications, and a proven ability to attract significant research funding and lead ambitious interdisciplinary programmes. They will demonstrate experience of academic leadership, partnership-building, research translation and societal impact, together with a commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative environment.

 

This post is open to both clinically qualified and non-clinical candidates. Applicants for a clinical academic appointment must be medically qualified, GMC registered (or eligible for registration), and able to hold an honorary consultant contract with the relevant NHS Trust.

 

The Department of Psychiatry, the Nuffield Department of Women's & Reproductive Health, and Wolfson College are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from candidates currently underrepresented in senior academic leadership roles, particularly women, candidates from ethnic minority backgrounds, and those with diverse experiences and perspectives.

 

The University has engaged McLean Partnership to support this appointment. For an informal and confidential discussion about the role, please contact Dr Graham Little at McLean via email at grahamlittle@mcleanpartnership.com. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection process. Further information, including the detailed role description, person specification and application process, is available from McLean Partnership.

 

https://opportunities.mcleanpartnership.com/uo-wmh/ 

 

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon (UK time) on Monday 31 August 2026.

 

 

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.  The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox.

 

We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the ARtificial Intelligence-based Assessment to Detect iNdividuals with Emerging psychosis risk (ARIADNE) study.

 

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

 

•               An excellent contributory pension scheme

•               38 days annual leave

•               A comprehensive range of childcare services

•               Family leave schemes

•               Cycle loan scheme

•               Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

•               Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

 

The post is available on a flexible hybrid basis. The minimum on-site time is 3 days/week for a full-time post.

 

The post is funded for  2 years (from 1 November 2026) and is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital.   The post is full-time although consideration will be given to candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 60% FTE).

 

This study aims to validate the accuracy, reliability and acceptability of ARIADNE, comparing its ability to assess CHR-P criteria against trained clinicians

 

You will play a key role in supporting the delivery of the study. This will include coordinating participant recruitment and scheduling, assisting with study procedures, and supporting the administration of structured CHR-P assessments.  You may observe both clinician-led and AI-assisted interviews, ensure adherence to study protocols, and help collect and manage clinical and questionnaire data.

 

You will hold a first degree in a relevant subject (e.g., Psychology), together with some relevant experience.  Demonstrable recruitment experience as part of a research project and a proven ability to work independently and proactively, exercising initiative and problem solving skills are essential.  You will also possess sufficient specialist knowledge in the discipline to work within established research programmes.  Familiarity with clinical high risk for psychosis, psychosis, or early intervention services and experience of contributing to research studies and publications would be desirable.

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.

 

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 12:00 midday on 7 August 2026

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.  The Head of Department is Professor Belinda Lennox.  

You will contribute to an innovative research project developing and applying large language models and other generative AI approaches to electronic health records and healthcare data to advance research into difficult-to-treat depression and mental health.

 

 

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

 

•               An excellent contributory pension scheme 

•               38 days annual leave 

•               A comprehensive range of childcare services 

•               Family leave schemes 

•               Cycle loan scheme 

•               Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans 

•               Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs 

 
 

 

The post is funded until 31 March 2027 and is based in the Department of Psychiatry at the Warneford Hospital.  

You will contribute to the development of innovative AI approaches for mental health research by designing neural networks and large language models for difficult-to-treat depression. You will contribute to the design of research materials and data collection, investigate novel machine learning methodologies—including approaches for learning from large-scale image data such as vision transformers—and analyse microscopy and other healthcare datasets. You will also contribute to drafting manuscripts for publication and work as part of a multidisciplinary team to advance cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence and mental health.

 

 

You will have an undergraduate qualification in experimental psychology and/or psychiatry with expertise in local LMs with proven experience in adolescents’ mental health, autism/ADHD and anxiety along with an understanding and modelling methods for adolescent psychopathologies. A postgraduate qualification in experimental psychology and/or psychiatry with expertise in local LMs 

 

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. 

 

 

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 23 July 2026.