Research Psychologist

JOB DESCRIPTION

HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.00am-5.00pm – some flexibility is required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Single Honours Degree in Psychology (1^st or 2.1) which is recognised by the British Psychological Society as conveying Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership          

JOB SUMMARY: To assist in the memory clinic, with the clinical research programme carried out at ReMind UK (this will include clinical research trials), and educational activities.

Job Summary

In this role, you will be part of a multi-disciplinary team working across a range of clinical and research activities at ReMind UK. Our work in the NHS contracted Memory Clinic helps us to identify and work with suitable patients for clinical trials, to develop ideas for research and to use the findings to help establish new treatments and inform best practice. We require a good honours degree in psychology (2.1 or above) and ideally experience in neuropsychological assessment and working with people with dementia. The role combines clinical practice and research activities.

This role involves:

• Undertaking assessments of the cognitive function of patients attending the ReMind UK centre, particularly within the Memory Clinics under the supervision of the clinical team. 

• Assisting the research team in projects involving various aspects of ageing, age-related memory changes and dementia, and other research projects. This includes home visits so access to own transport is essential.

• Carrying out the necessary administration duties required by the ReMind UK centre to support its efficient running.

• Keeping up-to-date with relevant developments in the assessment of cognitive function and the management of patients with memory problems and dementia.

• Attending departmental meetings and other meetings as relevant including Investigator Meetings.

• Liaising with other centres including hospitals and general practices on project work and to act as an ambassador for ReMind.

General

ReMind UK (formerly RICE) leads and collaborates on essential research and service delivery to improve the health and find effective treatment for those impacted by dementia and other related conditions.

ReMind UK is a cutting-edge research and treatment centre located in Bath, working in both clinical trial and academic research. We are an independent charity focused on essential research and provide support for people with dementia and other conditions of older age, their families and carers; dedicated to improving the quality of life of everyone involved. Our contracted NHS Memory Clinic service and post diagnosis activities also provide support to patients, families and carers.

ReMind has recently undergone a major rebrand and was formerly known as RICE – The Research Institute for the Care of Older people and you may see both names used in relation to this role and our wider activities during the phased transition.

Application process

You can find the full job description and person specification on our website. To apply for this position please complete the application form on our website (https://www.reminduk.org/about-us/work-for-remind-uk/) indicating how you meet the essential and any of the desirable criteria outlined in the job description and send it to alison.easto@reminduk.org (via the ‘Apply’ button above), stating research psychologist in the title of your email.

Closing Date and Interviews

Closing date for applications: Midnight Tuesday 16^th July

Interview date: Tuesday 30^th July and Wednesday 31^st July 2024

Please note applicants will only be contacted if they have been shortlisted for an interview              

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