Neuroscience and Mental Health Support - Manchester, United Kingdom - MAC Clinical Research

MAC Clinical Research

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Manchester, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

At MAC Clinical Research, we believe that by pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge and innovation, we can transform the landscape of mental health treatment.

We never forget that our core value lies within our employees, and at all times, we strive to exceed each other's expectations.

We are looking for a dedicated, qualified, and skilled Registered Health Professional with relevant experience in mental health to join our Scientific Solutions team.

You will support clinical trials focused on psychedelic research for mental health and CNS disorders. This unique opportunity allows you to contribute to innovative research that could revolutionise treatment and improve lives.

When not involved in psychedelic studies, you will help develop and conduct pharmacodynamic data collection across all phases of drug development at our sites.

The focus of this role is to help develop, validate, and execute new techniques for MAC studies. Working with the rater team, you will perform rating scale assessments and support memory clinics. Working with the clinical team, you will perform sleep studies, including overnights, at our sleep lab.

KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Minimum of an undergraduate degree at least 2.2, preferably a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field such as Nursing, Occupational therapy, Neuroscience, Neurophysiology, Psychology, or a related discipline. (essential)
Significant experience working clinically in a mental health setting, and/or expertise in psychedelic treatment support. (essential)
Strong understanding of mental health disorders, therapeutic modalities, and clinical research methodologies. (essential)
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. (essential)
Ability to work a shift pattern, including weekdays or weekends. Some night shifts will be required. Flexible approach to working hours with a requirement to work some unsocial hours to meet the needs of the clinical unit. (essential)
Ability to travel between sites as required (essential)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adherence to ethical principles and regulatory guidelines governing clinical research
Provide clinical support and guidance throughout all stages of psychedelic research trials.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including researchers, physicians, and therapists to ensure the safety and efficacy of trial protocols.
Conduct patient assessments, screenings, and followups to monitor mental health outcomes.
Offer therapeutic support to trial participants undergoing psychedelic treatment interventions.
Maintain comprehensive, contemporaneous and accurate documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.

BENEFITS:

Opportunity to work on groundbreaking research projects at the forefront of mental health innovation.
Professional development and training opportunities within a dynamic and supportive environment.
Access to stateoftheart facilities and resources for conducting clinical trials.
Competitive salary in keeping with pharmaceutical industry standards that will reflect experience.
Free Health Insurance
Free onsite parking
25 days annual leave (increasing in increments to 30 days after 6 years' service)
Your birthday off work

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Zero hours contract

Benefits:

Company pension
Free parking
Onsite parking
Private medical insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Application question(s):

Do you have a degree in a relevant field such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Neuroscience, Neurophysiology, Psychology or related discipline?
Do you have significant experience of working clinically in a mental health setting?
Do you have the ability to commute between sites as required?

Work authorisation: