Research Fellow in Mental Health Genomics and Data Science

About us

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. With innovative methodology, basic and clinical science, we address key questions with the aim of improving patient outcomes and public health. Join our multidisciplinary, collaborative research group and help us use genomics, pharmacogenomics, neuroscience and data science to advance the understanding of the causes and treatments of severe mental disorders.

About the role

We are looking for a post-doctoral research fellow with experience analysing large genomics and/or neuroscience datasets in the field of mental health. Appointment details: • The post is graded on the non-clinical research staff Pay Scale Grade 7 or grade 8, which, including London Allowance, ranges from £45,103 to £52,586 (for grade 7) or £54,931 to £64,644 (for grade 8). • The appointment is available from 20th August 2025 and is funded for 1 year in the first instance, with potential renewal for another year. • Any offer of employment will be subject to a standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as required for the role.

About you

The post holder will be responsible for the analysis of large clinical research datasets. We have a study genomics and pharmacogenomics in severe mental disorders. We study biomarkers, primarily obtained from the EEG or cognitive tests, to investigate psychosis risk and genetic influences on response to psychotropic medications. The post holder will have analytical experience in some of these key relevant areas: Genetics, pharmacogenetics, bioinformatics, genetic epidemiology, neurophysiology, cognition or another relevant field within neuroscience and mental health. Application process: • A full job description and person specification can be accessed at the bottom of this page. • Please submit a 2-page CV including: Your undergraduate and post-graduate education with your degree class. Employment history. Any publications and your ORCID ID. • Please use the personal statement section to explain briefly how you meet essential/desirable criteria outlined in the person specification. Please keep your personal statement under 300 words. • Please upload any key transcripts. • Please do not upload publications or manuscripts. Instead, please provide a link or a reference of any publications you have authored. • Please do not upload your photograph on your application/CV. • Interviews will be held during the last two weeks of August or early September 2025. Contact details: • If you have any queries about the role, please contact Prof Elvira Bramon and Dr Steve Murtough at and • If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online or have any queries about the application process, please contact

What we offer

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: • 41 Days holiday (including 27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • On-Site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance The full range of staff benefits can be found here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/human-resources/pay-benefits/staff-benefits

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: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/psychiatry/about/equality-diversity-and-inclusion https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/
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