King's College London

About us

The Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience (IoPPN) is a leading centre for mental health and neuroscience research in Europe. Research from the IoPPN has made, and continues to make, an impact on how we understand, prevent and treat mental illness, neurological conditions and other conditions that affect the brain.  The Centre for Research in Eating and Weight Disorders (CREW) is a world-leading clinical academic group that aims to advance knowledge of the psychobiological, genetic and social causes and consequences of eating and weight disorders, and to use that knowledge to develop new and better treatments.

About the role

This is a full-time post at CREW, working on the evaluation of First Episode Rapid Early Intervention for Eating Disorders (FREED) which has been implemented by eating disorder services across England. FREED is a service model and care package aimed at reducing barriers to early treatment and recovery for emerging adults (16 to 25-year-olds) with recent onset eating disorder (less than 3 years’ duration). The model was developed and piloted at the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and King’s College London. FREED significantly reduces the duration of untreated eating disorders and improves clinical outcomes.

FREED was recently (until 2023) rolled out to all eating disorder services across England. The continued evaluation during the post-scaling period is vital to the ongoing fidelity, development and sustainability of the model. The post holder will work alongside a team of clinicians and researchers under the supervision of Prof Ulrike Schmidt to support this evaluation. Specifically, they will contribute towards data collection, analysis and report writing, liaise with teams, and support other FREED-related administrative and research activities. This post will be based at the Section of Eating Disorders, Department of Psychological Medicine, IoPPN, at the Denmark Hill campus.

This is a full-time post, and will be offered a fixed term contract for 12 months.

About you

To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience:

Essential criteria

1.      Minimum 2:1 degree in psychology

2.      Motivated, enthusiastic and with an ability to work effectively with a wide range of colleagues

3.      Understanding of data confidentiality

4.      Understanding of research methods, with excellent computer and statistical skills and experience of using databases (Excel, SPSS)

5.      Relevant research experience, e.g., conducting quantitative and qualitative research

6.      Experience of writing reports/papers

7.      Experience of disseminating research via oral presentations

8.      Good attention to detail and high standards of accuracy in all aspects of work

Desirable criteria

1.      Familiarity with the relevant legislation and guidelines

2.      Publications in peer reviewed journals

Downloading a copy of our Job Description

Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the next page after you click “Apply Now”. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process.

Further information

We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community.

We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's.

We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the advert. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible.

To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages.

We are able to offer sponsorship for candidates who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK. Please note this is dependent on the salary offered which is based on your experience and will be discussed at the offer stage

 This post is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service and Occupational Health clearances.