W.A. Handley Professor of Psychiatry

The W.A. Handley Chair was created in 1969 and is one of the most prestigious clinical academic positions in the UK. The position provides an unparalleled opportunity to develop and sustain a large-scale research programme, supported by the world-leading clinical research infrastructure in Oxford.

 

The scope of the post holder’s research can be flexible, but is likely to fit with Oxford’s significant strengths in translational neuroscience, experimental medicine, therapeutic discovery or data science. Mental health is a priority for the University which is working closely with Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust to redevelop the Warneford Hospital site as a centre for translational neuroscience and clinical care. This context provides the W.A. Handley Professor with a unique opportunity to influence research strategy and the future of mental health care in one of the world’s leading clinical academic campuses.

 

You will be expected to play a major leadership role in the research activities of the Department of Psychiatry, and to help guide their research strategy. You will make a significant contribution to teaching programmes and the development of the curriculum in your specialist area, and you will supervise postgraduate students. You will help the department maintain and enrich its diverse and collaborative culture. You will contribute significantly to public engagement with science and to efforts to widen access and participation.

 

You will be a practising psychiatrist at NHS consultant level. You will support Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust in the provision of mental health services, and take a leadership role in recruiting and training future generations of psychiatrists.

 

You should be a leading researcher with a proven track record of publications and distinction in research in a subject area directly related to the post, and of attracting and managing significant research income. You should have experience of leading complex collaborative research programmes and of providing specialist advice to external stakeholders. You should be able to demonstrate a commitment to the training and development of the next generation of neuroscientists. If appointed to a clinical post you must be medically qualified, GMC registered and a Member, or Fellow, of the relevant Royal College.

 

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon (UK time) on Monday 14 April 2025.

 
If you would like to discuss this post, please contact Professor Belinda Lennox, Head of Department, on +44 (0)1865 618201 or belinda.lennox@psych.ox.ac.uk. All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence and will not form part of the selection decision.

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