Liverpool John Moores University
Research Assistant - School of Psychology (12-months fixed term)
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Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is a distinctive, unique institution, rooted in the Liverpool City Region and with a global presence. Our students and staff, past, present, and future, are the beating heart of our city and can be found in every corner of every industry and community. We couldn’t exist anywhere else and have shaped the city in which we belong. Working with the people of Liverpool to improve lives and support communities is at the heart of why we were founded and why we exist today.
Research Assistants (2x Full-Time, 12-Months Fixed Term)
We are now looking for 2x full-time Research Assistants (12-months fixed term) in our School of Psychology.
You will work on a project to evaluate service delivery by Toucan, a consortium of providers who support the development and implementation of trauma informed working for children’s services.
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You will be expected to travel to the Midlands on occasion and will be physically based at the Ashworth Research Centre (ARC), part of Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust.
Qualifications:
- A degree in psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent
- A Masters degree in forensic or clinical psychology with a placement
- Experience of working in a mental health or forensic field
- Evidence of working with children or children’s services
The lead for this post is Professor Jane L. Ireland who can clarify any questions, if required – J.Ireland@ljmu.ac.uk.
Benefits:
- Excellent benefits package
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Pension scheme
- Induction and development support
- Family-friendly policies
This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.
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If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.
LJMU is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities irrespective of age, transgender status, disability, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity and religion or belief. All our appointments are made on merit.
Anticipated interview date: 8th October 2026
Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.
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