The Department of Psychosis Studies is the world’s leading department for research into psychotic disorders by high impact publications. It is part of the IoPPN; the largest academic community in Europe devoted to the study and prevention of mental illness and brain disease.  The IoPPN produces more highly cited outputs (top 1% citations) on psychiatry and mental health than any other centre (SciVal 2021). The IoPPN’s greatest strength is the interdisciplinary nature of both its research strategy and educational activities, providing unique opportunities for students and staff. 

 
 

 

The postholder will be part of an exciting new project to develop an app to support management and treatment for people with schizophrenia and related psychotic disorders. The postholder will be responsible for testing and refining of the apps with volunteers, including people with psychotic disorders. They will also be responsible for data analysis under supervision and other academic activities, including helping with literature review of the use of digital technology for people with mental illnesses.

 

 

Research staff at King’s are entitled to at least 10 days per year (pro-rata) for professional development. This entitlement, from the  Concordat to Support the Career Development of Researchers, applies to Postdocs, Research Assistants, Research and Teaching Technicians, Teaching Fellows and AEP equivalent up to and including grade 7. Visit the  Centre for Research Staff Development for more information. 

 

 

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: 

 

1.      A relevant undergraduate degree (e.g. computer science, psychology, neuroscience, engineering, mathematics, statistics) with at least a 2:1 or equivalent 

2.      Excellent organisational and time management skills and attention to detail  

3.      Strong academic trajectory as evidenced by performance in A-levels at A/A* level (or equivalent), and in higher education, and/or prizes or other relevant indicators

4.      Ambitious, enthusiastic, responsible, flexible and able to work independently to deadlines

5.      Ability to work in a team with excellent written and oral communication skills

6.      Ability to critically appraise scientific literature and develop research ideas 

7.      Interest and experience of undertaking relevant research projects (eg using digital interventions and/or research in people with mental illness)

8.      Experience of organising research projects, particularly involving people with psychosis

 

1.      Skills and experience of coding smartphone applications in Flutter (or similar)

2.      Knowledge and experience of using database and other relevant software (e.g. statistical software such as R, STATA or SPSS)

3.      Experience of recruiting people to digital health research (particularly people with relevant mental illnesses such as psychotic conditions)

4.      Experience of acquiring clinical rating scales in people with psychotic disorders or other relevant mental illnesses

5.      High quality publications in relevant areas (such as digital health or psychiatry) in high impact journals

 

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

 
 

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When engaging in the robust exchange of ideas, we ask that our community is mindful of our Dignity at King’s guidance.

 

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving rapidly, and we recognise its growing role in professional work. Applicants may use AI tools to support preparation of their application, for example to research the role or structure written responses. However, applications must reflect the applicant’s own work and experience. AI tools should not be used during interviews or assessment activities unless this has been agreed in advance as a reasonable adjustment. Further guidance on the use of AI in recruitment can be found  here.

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