Associate Professor / Honorary Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
UCL is ranked first for research power in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience by the UK’s Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), with more than two thirds of our research in these areas rated as world-leading (4*). Our research is wide ranging, covering mental health, neuroscience, palliative care, epidemiology and applied clinical research. UCL has a vibrant successful community of mental health researchers who carry out research to the highest academic standards that is designed to improve the treatment, understanding and prevention of mental health problems. Mental health is a priority for UCL and this has led to a Grand Challenge in Mental Health and Well Being led by Profs Essi Viding and Argyris Stringaris. The candidate will be in the UCL Division of Psychiatry.
The UCL Division of Psychiatry, located within the Faculty of Brain Sciences, is a world-renowned centre of excellence in mental health research. Our mission is to improve mental health through cutting-edge research and education. By leveraging insights from basic science, we address clinical problems with the aim of improving patient outcomes and public health. Moreover, we take pride in delivering innovative teaching that is directly relevant to clinical practice and informed by our research. Join our team and help us drive forward the field of mental health research and education.
About the role
The postholder will lead their own research in child and adolescent psychiatry and promote collaboration across disciplinary boundaries within UCL. The postholder is expected to attract, mentor and support clinical and non-clinical early career researchers. The postholder will be expected to contribute to the overall scientific mission of UCL, working with colleagues across psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience and beyond. The post will include specialist teaching duties on postgraduate non-clinical and professional courses and the supervision of research students and junior staff. There is extensive IT and professional support for teaching within UCL.
The postholder will have an honorary consultant psychiatrist appointment with North London NHS Foundation Trust with four clinical sessions in addition to four academic sessions in UCL. This is a new post available on an open-ended basis. The post is offered part time (0.8 FTE / 8 PAs) and on the Clinical Consultant Academic pay scale which ranges from £105,504 - £139,882 according to seniority, plus £2,162 London Weighting allowance (pro-rata).
About you
The successful candidate will have experience working with young adults with ADHD or specific training in adult ADHD or neurodevelopmental disorders and a track record of publications in high quality peer-reviewed scientific journals. A higher academic career e.g. PhD or equivalent attainment in research publications and GMC registration with a current licence to practice and on the specialist register for Child and Adolescent psychiatry is essential for this post. Evidence of obtaining and managing research funds and experience teaching at undergraduate or postgraduate level and supervising research students are desirable criteria for this role.
Application process
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* Please use the personal statement section to explain how you meet the essential and desirable criteria outlined in the person specification.
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What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits:
* 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days)
* Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
* Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
* On-site gym
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As London’s Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world’s talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.
The Division of Psychiatry prides itself for operating in an all-inclusive environment. Teamwork is highly valued, individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and there is a commitment to advancing the careers of everyone, regardless of gender or role. We aim to provide a family friendly environment where both women and men feel able to take the time they need for family. The Athena SWAN Charter recognises commitment to advancing women's careers in science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM) employment in academia and the Division is delighted to have an Athena Swan Silver Award since 2022. All staff are invited to contribute to EDI initiatives within the Division to contribute to improving working conditions and opportunities for all. Mentoring is a crucial part of supporting career progression and mentoring schemes are available for staff in the Division.
You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here:
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