Research Assistant (BART II) Prestwich, England
Job description
Applications are invited for a full-time Research Assistant post (band 4) for 12 months, at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The post-holder will join the Youth Mental Health Research Unit (About Us - JUICE Research Unit - GMMH - NHS (juicementalhealth.com)to support the Bipolar At Risk Trial II (BART II). BART II is a National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) funded, multisite randomised controlled trial investigating Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for those considered ‘at risk’ of developing bipolar disorder. The applicant will work with a team of leading experts in bipolar disorder including those with lived experience. Data from this study will hopefully help shape NHS services for this population group.
The post-holder will join a unique team of clinical and research staff who are passionate about optimising mental health services through applied research, working alongside clinical services and other relevant health and education settings.
The postholder will support and enhance the clinical research activities of the Youth Mental Health Research Unit (including clinical research assessments, conduct of research, collection of data, development of audit and/or research projects, training, and project work) with a particular focus on BART II.
The post holder will receive training in the assessment measures, communicating with people with mood difficulties, and presenting to clinical teams. They should have strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, have the ability to deliver work according to deadlines, and be flexible and resilient.
The post holder will be based in Manchester at the Prestwich site in GMMH with frequent travel across Greater Manchester.
This full-time post is fixed term for 12 months.
The Youth Mental Health Research Unit has several workstreams of research including early detection, intervention and prevention of long-term mental health problems (e.g. psychosis, bipolar disorder), physical health research in mental health services, forensic mental health care and the application of psychological therapies for young people with mental health conditions.
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
See attached detailed job description and person specification:
Staff benefits
- Pay Enhancements – 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
