Research Fellow in Mental Health Genomics and Data Science

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, to £52, (for grade 7) or £54, to £64, (for grade 8).
• The appointment is available from 20th August 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 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 . 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: