Research Registrar

Applications are now invited for the following position:
Research Registrar
1.0WTE Full time, Fixed term contract
Dept of Psychiatry, St Patrick’s University Hospital, Dublin 8

The successful applicant must:

• Have registration or be eligible for registration with the Irish Medical Council
• Be in possession of the MCPsychIre or MRCPsych qualification or equivalent
• Have previous clinical and/or research experience working with patients with mood disorders or other neuropsychiatric conditions
• Have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively both within the research group and with external collaborators

Informal Enquiries to:

Prof. Declan McLoughlin
Consultant Psychiatrist
Telephone: (01) 249 3385
Email: d.mcloughlin@tcd.ie

(APPLICATIONS SHOULD NOT BE MADE TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS)

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Applications in the form of a 1-page covering letter and Curriculum Vitae with the names and contact details of two academic/clinical referees, clearly stating the post being applied for should be uploaded as one document by Wednesday, 22nd April 2026.
Panels may be formed from which future positions may be filled.
St Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employer.

Please note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice. We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice.

Job Description
About the organisation
St Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties.

We employ over 700 staff across our services. We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission. We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff.

SPMHS core values

• Human Rights – supporting dignity, choice and voice
• Quality Care – excellence in service delivery and collaboration
• Innovation – encouraging improvement and new ideas

The role
Research Registrar
1.0WTE Full Time, Fixed Term Contract

The main function of the Research Registrar is to work on patient recruitment, detailed clinical and neuropsychological assessment, plus patient follow-up as part of ongoing studies on severe depression and other disorders within the Dept of Psychiatry. The successful applicant will join a collaborative group of neuroscientists studying the neurobiology and treatment of mood disorders.
The Research Registrar will report to Prof Declan McLoughlin, Consultant Psychiatrist
The standard working week applying to the post is 39 hours per week.

The benefits
By joining us, you become part of Ireland’s largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service provider, bringing you many strong career opportunities. We offer you many employee benefits, including:

• A competitive salary
• 33 days annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing training
• Support for career advancement and professional development
• A subsidised canteen and onsite gym
• Central locations with onsite parking or Bike to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket schemes

Location
This role requires the successful candidate to come onsite to St Patrick’s University Hospital in Dublin 8.

Responsibilities
The duties of the Research Registrar are outlined below. In carrying out all duties, the Research Registrar should ensure that all Hospital policies, Health & Safety procedures, and legislative requirements are met at all times.

• Recruit and follow up of patients participating in ECT, ketamine and depression projects and related studies
• Clinical and neuropsychological assessment and recruitment of research participants
• Assess research participants on discharge from the hospital
• Assist in the coordination and development of additional research projects
• Attend weekly team meetings and research meetings when required
• Conduct literature reviews and prepare presentations and papers to disseminate research findings
• Prepare ethics and funding applications for further research projects
• Carry out any other duties appropriate to the position as may be required from time to time
• Provide clinical support as required by the supervisor

This Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position.

Person specification
Qualifications and/or experience

Candidates must:

• Be registered or be eligible for registration with the Irish Medical Council
• Be in possession of the MCPsychIre or MRCPsych qualification or equivalent
• Have previous experience working with patients with mood disorders or other neuropsychiatric conditions
• Have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively both within the research group and with external collaborators

Skills competencies and/or knowledge

Professional Knowledge:

• Have an understanding of the issues involved in working with patients experiencing mental health difficulties

Competencies/Skills

• Have excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Have the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• excellent communication skills
• self-motivated & ability to use own initiative
• proven ability to work as a member of a team or independently
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively both within the research group and with external collaborators

Note: All above criteria are deemed to be essential, unless otherwise specified

Terms and Conditions
Tenure: 1.0WTE Full time, Fixed term and pensionable; extension up to 2 years may be possible.

Working Week: The standard hours applying to this position is 39 hours per week.

Salary: The salary for the position is on Basic Specialist Trainee scale (€47,940 (1st point) - €65,563 (7th point)), or Higher Specialist Trainee scale (€74,886 - €91,653), depending on level of experience.

Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the position is 33 days.

Pension: All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme upon commencement of employment. The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%. In respect of an internal appointment being made the individuals existing pension arrangements will continue.

Probation: The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holder’s performance will be subject to ongoing review.
Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) 2022.

Health: The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Character: The appointee must be of good character.

Please note: It is a condition of employment that the successful candidate must
submit written confirmation of having successfully completed recognised
training in the Mental Health Act by date of commencement.