Clinical Research Fellow (Pharmacy)

Overview

The University of Bath is offering a full-time, fixed-term clinical research fellow position within the Department of Psychology. This three-year post is part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research funded Bath Mental Health Research Group. The role provides an experienced clinical pharmacist the chance to build a clinical academic research career centered on the mental health of young people between the ages of 14 and 25.

The successful candidate will collaborate with the Bath Mental Health Research Group, pharmacy staff in the Department of Life Sciences, and the pharmacy team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, with additional opportunities to work alongside neighboring National Health Service organizations. The position involves spending up to two days per week in direct clinical activity, with the specific duties determined through negotiation with the services.

What you get

The position offers a salary ranging from £48,337 to £62,994 per annum at academic grading reflecting the clinical pay equivalent up to NHS band 8a, with a market supplement available for eligible applicants. Holders of the post are able to remain in the NHS pension scheme for the duration of the employment. The role provides training and infrastructure through the Bath Mental Health Research Group, including National Institute for Health and Care Research academy membership, support to undertake a PhD if desired, and professional development of a minimum of 10 days pro rata per year. Employees also gain access to clinical and professional development opportunities provided through the partnership with the Royal United Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. This position can alternatively be taken as a secondment to the University of Bath, subject to agreement by the employing NHS trust.

Requirements

Applicants should be pharmacists with clinical and service development experience who are motivated and committed to progressing a career as a clinical academic. Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of relevant service evaluation and research methods, a strong interest in applied research in youth mental health, and a track record of activity indicating a trajectory of future sustainable research in topics relevant to applied youth mental health. Essential personal attributes include the ability to work autonomously with strong organizational and self-management skills, alongside the capacity to work effectively with clinicians and researchers across various specialisms and backgrounds.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-17.