Lecturer (E&S) in Clinical Psychology Research Methods (Research Tutor)

Faculty of Health and Life Sciences

This new part-time (0.2FTE post is available from Octber 2022 on a fixed term basis for 12 months.

About the role

For those seeking to become involved in shaping the education of the next generation of Clinical Psychologists, the College wishes to recruit a part-time (0.2 FTE) Research Tutor/Lecturer based in the Psychology department to support the Research Lead with the delivery of the DClinPsy programme. This post is a maternity/paternity leave cover post.

The DClinPsy Research Tutor/Lecturer post will include supporting and designing the delivery of research teaching and training, across qualitative or quantitative methods, depending on your speciality.  The post involves providing supervision and support of DClinPsy trainees in producing both Small Scale Quality Improvement Studies, and completing their PGR Doctoral research. The successful candidate would also be required to participate in the delivery of the range of research support sessions provided on the DClinPsy.   

About you

The successful applicant will possess a post graduate research doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or those in lateral transfer) or a PhD in a relevant clinical research area.

The applicant will also be able to demonstrate evidence of continuous professional development as recommended by the BPS. In addition the successful candidate will have experience of teaching in an HE environment.

Exeter has been training clinical psychologists for over 40 years, and the course has strong links with local NHS Trusts and third sector services. The DClinPsy is part of a vibrant and dynamic DClinPGR portfolio of Professional Psychology doctorates and a nationally leading masters level degree apprenticeship (CAPs). The DClinPsy is based on Streatham Campus, the University’s largest site in Exeter, built around a country estate overlooking the city and is readily acknowledged as one of the most beautiful in the country. All teaching buildings, together with the sports park, the library, the shops, restaurants, cafes and bars are within walking distance of each other. All this set in the heart of stunning Devon, which was voted in as having the best quality of life of anywhere in England and Wales by the Guardian in 2019.

Please ensure you read the Job Description and Person Specification for full details of this role.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022 and QS World University Ranking 2022).  

Our research income in recent years means we’re the fastest growing UK Research University with some of the world’s most influential scientists, and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. More than 99% of our research is of international quality and our world-leading research impact is growing faster than any other Russell Group university (2021 Research Excellence Framework). We encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students. Read about our world leading research – Green Futures and how we are transforming education for a changing world. We are located in a beautiful part of the country and Exeter (a fast growing tech hub) is one of only a few UK cities to have been designated as a UNESCO Creative City .

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Commitment

With over 27,000 students and 6,400 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment where our diversity is celebrated and valued as a major strength. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where all members of our community are supported to thrive; where diverse voices are heard through our engagement with evidence-based charter frameworks for gender (Athena SWAN), race equality (Race Equality Charter Mark), LGBTQ+ inclusion (Stonewall Diversity Champion) and as a Disability Confident employer. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented within our working community. Reasonable adjustments are available for interviews and workplaces.

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

• 41 days leave per year
• options for flexible working
• numerous discounts at leading retailers
• onsite gyms on all of our campus’ and a cycle to work scheme
• sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy
• stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

Further information

Please contact Cordet Smart at [email protected]

This role may be subject to additional background screening.