We are looking to appoint a motivated research assistant to work on the exciting NIHR-funded study Mouth Matters in Mental Health 2. People with severe mental health difficulties (e.g. psychosis, bipolar disorder) often experience poor oral health and find it difficult to attend the dentist. This project aims to improve access to dental services in people with severe mental health difficulties. Our ultimate aim is to reduce health inequalities in people with mental health difficulties.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop research and clinical skills, and work with a multidisciplinary research team that includes clinical psychologists, mental health nurses, and dentists. The position is full time for 36 months and could be a secondment or fixed-term contract. We are keen to support the ongoing career development of the post holder.
The post-holder will work closely with the study site lead (Dr Robert Griffiths) and other members of the project team to support the delivery of this project. Amongst other activities, the post-holder will play a key role in promoting the study amongst key stakeholders (e.g., clinicians and patients), liaising with clinical services, contributing to public and patient involvement and engagement (PPIE) activities, supporting participant recruitment, and data collection and entry
The post-holder will receive line management support from Dr Robert Griffiths (Director GMMH Mental Health Nursing Research Unit and Lecturer in Mental Health, University of Manchester) in Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust (GMMH). This includes regular line management supervision, clear objective setting for 3, 6 and 12 months and annual appraisals thereafter (depending on continued funding for the post).
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over
7000
members of staff, who deliver services from more than
122
locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Robert Griffiths Job title: Chief Investigator Email address: robert.griffiths-
Natalie Welsh