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Jobs Popular with Psychology Graduates

Although psychology graduates go on to work in a very broad range of sectors, here are some of the jobs that utilise some of your psychology and degree related skills; involve working with, understanding and supporting people or are just particularly popular with psychology graduates.

Jobs in Management, IT, Finance

Many of the graduate schemes accept applications from any degree discipline. Psychology graduates can often overlook their suitability for roles such as human factors, financial analysis and consultancy. Examples include:

  • Human Resources Assistant/Manager/Training Officer / Recruitment Consultant
  • Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction
  • Management/IT Consultant/Web Designer/User Experience
  • Business/Financial/Information Analyst
  • Video - Working in HR & development for psychology students

Jobs in research and analysis

Psychology graduates carry out research work in Universities, research centres, healthcare consultancies and public sector bodies. Example roles include:

  • Social Researcher/ Market Researcher /Planner
  • Research Executive (quantitative/qualitative)/ Research Analyst / Data Analyst /Healthcare Analyst
  • Research Assistant (University)/ Clinical Research Associate
  • Clinical Trials Assistant/Officer
  • Civil Service Administrator/Fast Stream/Local Govt Officer – Operational Research

Jobs in marketing/PR/advertising/events/media/creative

A growing number of psychology graduates are working in consumer behaviour, insights and market research, using their psychology to help organisations to understand their customers and clients better. User experience is another growing area utilising psychology skills. Example roles include:

  • Public Relations Officer
  • Market Researcher/ Marketing/ Sales Executive/ Digital Media Executive/ Media Planner
  • Consumer Behaviour/ Consumer Insights / Advertising Executive
  • User Experience (U-X)

Jobs in mental health, general health care and therapy

Support worker and e-therapy roles are popular for psychology graduates looking to build their experience in mental health. Look out for new roles like social prescribing. Working in psychological therapies . Example initial roles include:

  • Assistant Psychologist/ E-therapy Coordinator (on-line CBT)/ Support worker / therapy worker - mental health
  • Therapeutic Parent/Family Therapist
  • Project/Support/Rehabilitation Worker – drug and alcohol
  • Social worker (mental health/learning disabilities)
  • Creative Arts /Play/Music Therapist See also
  • Blog post - Psychology alumni who works in mental health
  • Video - Ways to work in Mental Health - interviews with graduates

Allied-Health Professions

Some graduates build on their psychology foundation and train in one of the Allied-health professions . Roles include:

  • Adult/Paediatric/Mental Health Nurse/Midwife
  • Occupational Therapist
  • Speech and Language Therapist
  • Audiologist
  • Physician Associate

Jobs in education/working with children and young people

If you want to work with young people, teaching is not the only option. For more information about ways to work with children and young people, see Prospects Working with Children . Also try the interactive video challenge ‘A Question of Care: a Career for YOU’ Example roles include:

  • Special Educational Needs Teacher/Teaching Assistant/Learning Mentor/Portage Home Visitor
  • Teacher – Nursery, Primary, Secondary, FE, Montessori, Early years
  • Lecturer in Psychology, Research/Teaching Assistant in Higher Education
  • Social Worker (vulnerable children),
  • Careers Adviser/Personal Adviser / Education Welfare Officer /Education Administrator

Jobs in the community/social care/charity sector

Graduates who are looking to help and support others, but not directly working in mental health, often consider social care options.

  • Adult Guidance Worker/Advice Worker/ Social Care Manager / Social Worker (adults)
  • Community Development Worker/Education Officer/ Family Court Adviser / Family Support Worker
  • Youth and Community Worker
  • Volunteer Organiser/Charity Officer*/ Charity Fundraising Officer*
  • Social Prescribing Link Worker (a new role in 2019!) www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Careers-in-care/jobroles/Job-roles-in-social-care.aspx

Jobs in law enforcement, security and the justice sector

If you are particularly interested in working with offenders or in a preventative role there are a range of roles to explore. Some have graduate schemes like Unlocked or Police Now. Roles include:

  • Counselling, Advice, Referral, Assessment & Throughcare (CARAT) Drug Worker in the Prison Service
  • Prison Officer/Manager, Probation Officer
  • Facilitator: Interventions (Prison entry level Band 4 role)
  • Trainee Psychologist (Prisons Band 5 role)
  • Police Officer, Intelligence Analyst
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Postgraduate researchers in the Division of Psychology and Mental Health are part of a vibrant and flourishing centre of research and teaching that provides a stimulating environment for our large student population. We offer a range of diverse postgraduate research and professional development opportunities spanning audiological sciences through to cognitive neuroscience.

At the hub of our research activity is a commitment to providing an unrivalled study experience, whether it be for students seeking specialist clinical training or the potential to explore the science of psychology and human interaction. We provide the best postgraduate training for our students and regularly review our provision by looking at new opportunities.

Research study is focused on developing the next generation of clinical and academic pioneers. Delivered across recognised centres of excellence, PhD training combines specialist expertise with transferable skills that provide the foundations for a career in academia or clinical settings.

As we are part of the Economic and Social Research Centre (ESRC) North West Doctoral Training Centre, our students commonly attract funding from this scheme. However, our students are also funded by the Medical Research Council (MRC) and other sources.

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Research manager.

MetrixLab Manchester

You will focus your time on day to day delivery of exciting and varied research projects, and you will lead these projects from A to Z!

You will be set up for success by a highly-invested manager, mentoring you to achieve your dreams.

You will help clients with everything from ad concept testing, to ad pre-testing, as well as campaign evaluations, cross media evaluations and brand tracking.

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Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Apply

Manchester

Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant Have you recently graduated with a 2:1 or higher in Psychology and want to embark on a new opportunity? Perhaps you would like to work alongside amazing and dedicated staff in an excellent School? Do you want to gain invaluable experience working as a Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant? Psychology Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant – Key...

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User Researcher

Manchester

Job Description User Researcher Location: London - Hybrid Employment: Full Time All applicants must hold a DV (Developed Vetting) clearance to apply. The Opportunity: For the UK Government, maintaining National Security is a 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year mission. To support these complex operations, the MoD partners with this Big4 Firm to empower critical thinking and drive value across its...

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HOME BASED CLINICAL RESEARCH ASSOCIATES - ONCOLOGY

ICON Strategic Solutions Manchester

You will partner with the Clinical Trial Assistant (CTA)/Investigator Document Assistant (IDA), Trial Manager (TM) and Global Trial Manager (GTM) to ensure overall site management while performing trial related activities for assigned protocols. - Contribute to site level recruitment strategy and contingency planning and implementation

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Senior Clinical Research Associate

MAC Clinical Research Manchester

You will be working with an organisation that sees you as an investment and is keen for you to achieve your career aspirations. Please email maccareers@macplc. com should you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments to be made throughout this selection process.

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Research And Development Manager

Bowmay Consulting Manchester M2

We’re looking to recruit a Research & Development Manager on behalf of one of our clients, a niche manufacturer with a fabulous reputation worldwide. Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. They’re a major player in their specialist market who boast an excellent reputation for quality, technical excellent, innovation and...

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Senior Research Analyst

Elizabeth Norman International Manchester

- Health Charity - Market Research - Senior Quantitative Research Associate - £40,000 - £46,500 - Must be UK based. Oxford based office but no requirement to travel. We are working with a charity with an international reputation in public health and social care. Their mission is to make person-centered health and social care a reality for everyone. They develop and run surveys for a wide range...

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Graduate Sales and Marketing Assistant

River_Mcr Manchester

You will be an integral part of the decision-making process, your voice will be heard, and your ideas will be valued. Join us at River for a fulfilling and rewarding career where you will be appreciated, supported, and inspired to achieve new heights. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service and excited about the events industry, we would love to hear from you!

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Project Assistant

Red Snapper Recruitment | Public Safety Manchester

Job Description RSR are currently recruiting for Project Assistant Job Description: Red Snapper Recruitment are seeking a Project Assistant to work for a not-for-profit organisation. We are looking for an experienced project assistant to work with UKROEd within the Learning and Course Development business area of the organisation. Working to the Project Manager, you will provide support in...

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Digital Marketing Assistant

Get Recruited Manchester

Job Description DIGITAL MARKETING ASSISTANT / PA MANCHESTER CITY CENTRE £24,000 to £26,000 + BENEFITS THE COMPANY: Get Recruited is award winning recruitment consultancy located in the heart of Manchester City Centre, close to great transport links, shops and restaurants. We value people who believe in hard work and those who want to succeed, we're looking for an individual to buy into our...

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Ecommerce Assistant

Public Desire Manchester

Ecommerce Merchandising - Upload products on to the website for all channels -List products on market places such as eBay and Amazon -Visual Merchandise sites to ensure they are visually exciting and to maximise sales performance -Creating clear, concise and engaging copy for product descriptions. -Adapt copyright for different territories brand tone. -Ensuring SEO is being implemented...

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Manchester

You will be experienced at creating timelines, milestones and deliverables to contribute to effective project planning.

You will be dealing with incoming communications (mail, electronic mail and telephone enquiries) with diplomacy, tact and discretion; drafting responses and taking other appropriate follow-up action as required.

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Marketing Assistant

Better Placed Ltd - A Sunday Times Top 10 Employer in 2023! Manchester M2

Are you a recent graduate or currently completing an internship in marketing? Are you ready to kick-start your career in a dynamic and supportive environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before applying. We are seeking a motivated and creative Marketing Assistant to join our...

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Virtual Legal Assistant (Paralegal)

The City Recruiter Manchester M99 1ZW

Manchester City Centre The City Recruiter are representing a reputable law firm based in the heart of Manchester City Centre, specialising in various areas of law. With a strong commitment to client service and a dynamic team of legal professionals, they provide high-quality legal advice and support to our clients. We are looking for enthusiastic legal assistants to join our departments in:...

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RED Engineering Design Manchester

Marketing Assistant - London, Newcastle or Bicester Join the leading designer of complex buildings, specialising in sustainable engineering design. Our company is committed to innovation, excellence, and sustainability, delivering integrated solutions for sustainable energy, and built environment projects globally. We are seeking a dynamic and talented Marketing Assistant to join our team and...

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HNW Family Assistant - SAUDI ARABIA

The Global Search Company Manchester

You will be the go-to person for ensuring that needs are met with precision and care. THIS ROLE WILL REQUIRE RELOCATION TO KSA.

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Personal Assistant

HENI Manchester

You will assist with various tasks but primarily focus on diary and inbox management so you will need to be able to prioritise, be meticulous and have a high level of accuracy. A great role for an ambitious and hardworking graduate, this is the perfect place to start your career in the art world, in a role supporting our senior leadership team.

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Legal Assistants / Law Clerks

Senior research manager.

MetrixLab Manchester

You will be responsible for the delivery of all research projects of the sub team that meet client expectations from design through to delivery of results. And you will do that, as part of an exciting, fun and highly supportive research team.

You will be set up for success by a highly invested manager, mentoring you to achieve your dreams.

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Senior Legal Assistant (Work From Home)

Are you looking for a psychology research assistant job in the Manchester? Whether you’re an experienced job-seeker or have never looked before, you may be asking yourself where to start.

This area has been home to many long-standing businesses as well as several modern companies such as digital media, engineering and industrial services.

If living and working in Manchester is something that excites you, then the following article will provide some tips on how to locate available job opportunities in this vibrant metropolitan conurbation. We'll discuss the various sectors that exist, local employers who are recruiting now and different means of searching for roles online.

What do psychology research assistant do?

psychology research assistant is responsible for providing a range of services to the people of Manchester, including education, social care, housing, planning and economic development. It works closely with local businesses and other organisations to ensure that the area remains prosperous and attractive to visitors.

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Where can I find psychology research assistant jobs in Manchester?

There are a variety of ways to search for jobs in Manchester. The most popular method is to use online job boards such as Jobsora. We allow you to filter your searches by location and sector so that you can easily find roles that match your skills and experience.

You can also search for jobs on the Manchester local job websites, which lists all current vacancies in the area. Additionally, you can contact local employers directly to enquire about any available positions.

Finally, there are a number of recruitment agencies based in Manchester that specialise in finding people to work in the area. These companies often have access to exclusive job opportunities that are not advertised elsewhere.

In conclusion, there are a variety of ways to find psychology research assistant jobs in Manchester. Whether you’re looking for a permanent role or something more flexible, the borough has plenty of opportunities available. With the proper research and preparation, you can easily locate the perfect job for you.

How much do psychology research assistant in Manchester get paid?

psychology research assistant in Manchester are elected representatives of the local community, and they are paid an annual allowance for their work. The amount of this allowance is determined by the Independent Remuneration Panel for Manchester, which reviews the allowances every four years.

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