Associate Professor in Psychiatry of Older Age (1053318FC)

We are looking to appoint an Associate Professor in Psychiatry of Older Age, to undertake clinical and basic research in the specialty of psychiatry of old age, in line with the Academic Unit’s research strategy, to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to undertake leadership, management and engagement activities. This post is split between Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Southampton. The appointee would have honorary consultant psychiatrist status within the Trust. From October 2018 until September 2019, the appointee would be expected to work the equivalent of four days per week for the NHS and one day per week for the University. Once the first year of employment has ended, the appointee would be expected to work on a 50:50 basis, dividing their time equally between University and NHS activities. 

The post is for 5 days per week, and Permanent.

About the university

Psychiatry is part of the Faculty of Medicine and is established within one of the UK’s leading research-intensive Universities and a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group. Be a part of the University of Southampton, an institution in the top one per cent of world universities and one of the UK’s top 15 research-intensive Universities (https://www.southampton.ac.uk/).We have an international reputation for research, teaching and enterprise activities. Our successes are acknowledged in international and UK league table rankings. The Faculty of Medicine has taken a leading role in delivering the University’s multi-disciplinary research strategy. Our guiding principles have been to enhance our capacity for translational research and to increase interdisciplinary research at the interface with the physical sciences, computing, engineering and mathematics – especially in areas where the University is world-leading.

About the faculty/department

You will be working within the Faculty of Medicine which leads on innovative learning and discovery for better health across the lifecourse. Medicine is a thriving and ambitious multidisciplinary faculty - a national leader in medical education, with an outstanding reputation for our combined expertise in research and teaching https://www.southampton.ac.uk/medicine/index.page? The Faculty of Medicine has taken a leading role in delivering the University’s multi-disciplinary research strategy. Our guiding principles have been to enhance our capacity for translational research and to increase interdisciplinary research at the interface with the physical sciences, computing, engineering and mathematics – especially in areas where the University is world-leading.

University of Southampton’s results in Medicine, based upon an inclusive return of research-active staff, confirm the international excellence of the Faculty’s research programmes, with the majority of research impact judged as ‘outstanding’ in terms of reach and significance. In the 2014 REF, 75% of the Faculty's research was rated as either internationally recognised or world class. 94% of our research was deemed 3 or 4* for impact.

These results also show that we have created an environment that produces research of world-leading quality to deliver our strategy of focused basic discovery and early clinical translation; strong collaborations with the physical, health and social sciences; and driving innovation and enterprise to extend the impact of our discoveries.

The job

To undertake clinical and basic research in the specialty of psychiatry of old age, in line with the Academic Unit’s research strategy, to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate level, and to undertake leadership, management and engagement activities.

Key activities include:

Plan and coordinate a broad research programme and activity in an area of recognised excellence for the University.  Regular dissemination and explanation of findings through leading peer-reviewed publications, major conferences, or exhibiting work at other appropriate events.  Engage in external academic activities in accordance with the Academic Unit’s research strategy and which enhance the Academic Unit’s national/international research profileContribute to the development of teaching and learning activities of the Academic Unit.  Provide expert advice and subject leadership to other staff and students, including research supervision,Represent the Academic Unit/Faculty/University in the disciplinary community externally.

Please make sure that a CV and Covering Letter are attached with your application. 

Please note Enhanced DBS clearance will be required for this role.

Application procedure:

You should submit your completed online application form at www.jobs.soton.ac.uk. The application deadline will be midnight on the closing date stated above. If you need any assistance, please call Georgie Warren (Recruitment Team) on +44 (0) 23 8059 7749. Please quote reference 1053318FC on all correspondence.

The Faculty of Medicine holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award demonstrating commitment to equal opportunities and gender balance in the workplace. The Faculty recognises that applicants may seek flexible working patterns which will be considered as part of the recruitment process. For further information including key benefits designed to help maintain and support employees' well-being and work-life balance, please see our working with us website pages.

Closing Date: 17 Sep 2018
Post Type: Clinical