Clinical Professor in Neuroimaging - Cardiff University

Vacancy Reference Number
7141BR
Closing Date
7 Sep 2018

Clinical Professor in Neuroimaging
Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences
Cardiff University Schools of Medicine and Psychology
College Of Biomedical and Life Sciences
 
Here is a rare opportunity for an exceptional individual to take a pivotal role in developing clinical neuroimaging research capacity at Cardiff University in a partnership between the MRC Centre for Neuropsychiatric Genetics and Genomics (CNGG) and the Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC).
 
The MRC Centre for Neuropsychiatric Genetics and Genomics (CNGG) is the largest psychiatric genetics group in the UK, and is hosted by the Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences at Cardiff University’s School of Medicine and based at the University’s flagship Hadyn Ellis Building (HEB). As Wales’ first MRC Centre, we bring together world-leading researchers to investigate the causes of major psychiatric disorders. Our use of clinical, genomic, statistical and bioinformatic expertise to tackle the challenges posed by psychiatric disorders across the full lifespan is unique and was recognised in 2016 through the award of a Queen’s Anniversary Prize for Higher Education.
 
Part of the School of Psychology and one of Europe’s top facilities for brain imaging, CUBRIC is housed in a new, state-of-the-art £44M building adjacent to HEB. Our vision is to understand brain and behaviour in health and disease through advanced imaging and cognitive methods and in doing so we bring together world-leading expertise in brain mapping with the very latest in brain imaging and brain stimulation.
 
You will lead both an independent research programme and the wider growth of clinical imaging in Cardiff.  You will be a scholar of significant repute with a proven ability or strong potential to lead and develop internationally excellent research activity at the interface between brain imaging and the genetics and genomics of neuropsychiatric disorders. You will work closely with internationally distinguished groups in both CNGG and CUBRIC. You should be able to demonstrate an effective collaborative work ethic, the ability to attract independent, peer-reviewed research grant funding in open competition and a proven track record of high-impact publications.
 
Having been ranked 2nd in the UK’s REF2014 in Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience, we are committed to building on our existing world-leading research and striving for future, ground-breaking successes. Should you possess a track record of international academic excellence, combined with an inspirational and inclusive leadership style and the drive to foster and exploit local, national and international collaborations then please contact Vicky Hirst (hirstv@cardiff.ac.uk) or psych-hr@cardiff.ac.uk to arrange informal and confidential discussions and for a copy of the full Job Description.

This post is full time (37.5 hours per week), available immediately and open ended.

Salary: A point on the appropriate scale, commensurate with NHS scales
To work for an employer that values and promotes equality of opportunity, please visit www.cardiff.ac.uk/jobs and search for vacancy number 7141BR.

Date Advert Posted: Monday, 11th June 2018 

Closing date: Friday, 7th September 2018

Please be aware that Cardiff University reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who have the ambition to create a University which seeks to fulfil our social, cultural and economic obligation to Cardiff, Wales, and the world.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.
 

Job Description

Main functions

To lead and develop internationally excellent research activity in an area of Neuropsychiatric Imaging. To direct and grow the clinical neuroimaging research activity at CUBRIC. To deliver high-quality and research-led teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. To pursue excellence in research, teaching and enterprise and to inspire others to do the same. This post is a joint appointment between the Schools of Psychology and Medicine.

Duties and Responsibilities

Research

  • To lead, develop and enable internationally excellent neuropsychiatric imaging research in Cardiff University.
  • To develop a research programme of international excellence in an area of Neuropsychiatric Imaging.  This includes, but is not limited to, bidding for funding, publishing in leading international academic journals and conferences and recruiting and supervising research staff, lecturers and postgraduate research students.
  • To participate in the research activities of the MRC CNGG, the Neuroscience and Mental Health Research Institute (NMHRI) and CUBRIC and to forge sustainable links between them.
  • To develop new research and research-funding initiatives, including through interaction with NHS-based projects.
  • To participate in School research activities where applicable.

Teaching

  • There is an expectation that this post will take on a relatively light teaching load comprising, for instance, MSc teaching and project supervision, lectures to medical and psychology students and supervision of Student Selected Components and research projects (and associated examinations).
  • To demonstrate academic leadership, both in terms of organisation and delivery, of clinical and research education, in both undergraduate and postgraduate training programmes, including the co-supervision of PGRs and acting as a PGR progress review panel member as required.
  • To act as programme manager, module leader and/or tutor – ensuring delivery of teaching in line with current curricular requirements, developing and applying innovative and appropriate teaching techniques and material which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students.
  • To act as a Personal Tutor and provide pastoral support to students.


Clinical
This is primarily an academic post and it is envisaged that clinical duties will be light unless they directly support the postholder’s main programme of research.

  • To hold an honorary consultant contract with the relevant NHS Health Board(s).
  • To be principal liaison with the NHS, serving to harmonize working relationships between NHS resource providers and Cardiff University.
  • To be first point of contact regarding clinical trials and clinico-research studies in CUBRIC, and ensure that CUBRIC meets all clinical governance requirements / regulatory compliances.
  • To comply fully with all NHS policies, guidelines and procedures.
  • To provide a consultant service to the relevant area and clinical leadership to the relevant team.
  • To be responsible for the care of any patients in your charge, in liaison with consultant colleagues and in line with the proper functioning of the relevant area.
  • To be responsible for the professional supervision and management of relevant junior medical staff, if applicable.
  • To participate in continuing medical education.
  • To participate in clinical audit in line with the relevant Health Board’s policy on the implementation of Clinical Governance.
  • To provide academic clinical leadership in relevant areas.
  • To participate actively and comply fully with NHS policies, including the clinical academic/NHS joint appraisal and job planning processes and the requirements for consultant re-validation.

 
Job Description continued below in additional information.

 

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

1.International standing as a scholar of distinction in relation to Neuropsychiatric Imaging, with proven experience in leading an independent research programme, initiating, fostering and maintaining effective national and international research collaborations.

2.Demonstrable leadership skills with the ability to inspire, direct, motivate and engage both academic and clinical staff and students at all levels.

3. Proven ability to attract independent, peer-reviewed research grant funding in open competition and a proven track record of high-impact publications.

4. Experience of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching together with a proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching and training at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels in Medicine/Neuropsychiatric Imaging.

5. PhD or MD in a relevant area.

6. Broad experience and knowledge of Clinical and/or specialist Neuropsychiatric Imaging.

7. One or more of the following or an equivalent level of experience:
a. Membership or Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy.
b. Membership or Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Educators.
c. Postgraduate Qualification in Medical Education or equivalent (either completed or in progress).

8. Demonstrable knowledge of good clinical practice and research governance.

9. Full General Medical Council registration and Licence to Practise in addition to Certificate of Completion of Specialist Training (CCST), or equivalent.

10. Membership/Fellowship of the relevant Royal College or equivalent.

Desirable Criteria

1.Experience of innovation that helps foster an environment of creativity and the positive exploitation of ideas in all areas, including teaching.
2. Research interest congruent with the existing research strengths of the Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences.
3. Existing links with relevant industrial partners.
4. Membership of national/international co-operative groups.
5. Experience of higher degree supervision.
 

Additional Information

Innovation and Engagement

  • To promote the University’s Innovation and Engagement agenda so that opportunities for commercial or community activities arising from your research are fully realised.

Leadership

  • To take a proactive approach in developing a wide clinician-researcher user base in CUBRIC across all areas of brain imaging research, including psychiatric, neurological, oncological and paediatric work.
  • To lead the MRC CNGG's Neuroimaging Theme.
  • To serve as an ‘ambassador’ for CUBRIC’s research methods to be translated to clinical questions and vice-versa, maximizing opportunities for join-up between methods development and clinical applications, and promoting CUBRIC and its opportunities to clinicians not yet considering CUBRIC-based neuroimaging as a research tool.
  • To ensure that all staff under your line management are supported, inspired, regularly appraised and reviewed and that staff training needs are identified and addressed.
  • To be involved in Divisional and School level strategic planning and contribute to wider strategic planning processes in the University.

Administrative

  • To contribute to the effective management and administration of the MRC CNGG, CUBRIC and the Division of Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences in the School of Medicine, as requested by Heads of School and senior management teams.
  • To ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements in respect of clinical governance, equality and diversity, data protection, copyright and licensing, security, financial and other University policies, procedures and codes as appropriate.

Other

  • To undergo personal and professional development that is appropriate to the role.
  • To engage effectively with industrial, commercial and public sector organisations, professional institutions, other academic institutions etc., regionally and nationally and internationally to raise awareness, to cultivate strategically valuable alliances, and to pursue opportunities for collaboration across a range of activities. These activities are expected to contribute to the University and the enhancement of its regional, national, and international profile.
  • Any other duties not included above, but consistent with the role.

IMPORTANT: Evidencing Criteria

It is School of Medicine's policy to use the person specification as a key tool for short-listing. Candidates should evidence that they meet ALL of the essential criteria as well as, where relevant, the desirable. As part of the application process you will be asked to provide this evidence via a supporting statement.

Please ensure when submitting this document / attaching it to your application profile you name it with the vacancy reference number, in this instance for this post, 7141BR

If candidates do not provide written evidence of meeting all of the essential criteria then their application will not be progressed. The School of Medicine welcome the submission of CVs to accompany evidence of the job-based criteria.

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Contact Details

Vicky Hirst (hirstv@cardiff.ac.uk) or psych-hr@cardiff.ac.uk