Research Associate (Honorary Resident Doctor) (Part Time, Fixed Term)

Overview

The University of Cambridge Department of Psychiatry and Department of Psychology are seeking a medically qualified Clinical Research Fellow to serve as a Research Associate and Honorary Resident Doctor. This part-time, fixed-term position is based at the Cambridge BioMind Laboratory and the Prediction and Learning Laboratory, funded by a major Wellcome award. The role provides hands-on clinical experience in experimental medicine, training in computational psychiatry and multi-omics, and a route to a PhD subject to admission. The appointment is for three years in the first instance and is integrated between the University and Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Who can apply

Applicants must be medically qualified Clinical Research Fellows. The position is structured to allow 22.2 to 25.9 hours per week, equivalent to 3 to 3.5 days per week, leaving time for continued clinical work.

What you get

The salary ranges from £40,190 to £76,582 per annum, paid pro rata according to the NHS scale for resident doctors with the full-time equivalent dependent on the pay point. The post offers training in computational psychiatry and multi-omics alongside a clear route to a PhD.

Requirements

Candidates must submit a CV, a covering letter indicating how they meet the criteria, a completed Additional Information for Clinical Researchers form, and details for at least three referees including email addresses and phone numbers, with one being the most recent line manager. Upon accepting an offer, the successful candidate must undergo a health assessment, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check with children and adults barred lists, and obtain an Honorary Clinical Contract from the NHS Trust.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, ensuring that only the requested documents are uploaded. Informal enquiries can be directed to Principal Investigator Dr Mary-Ellen Lynall, while queries regarding the application process should be sent to HR Coordinator Simon Gurry.

Key dates

The application deadline is 9th November 2026, with interviews to be confirmed.