SC-Clinical Applied Associate Psychologist

Band 7 Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology (Part time, 0.8 WTE)

Aberdeen Royal Infirmary / Health Village, Aberdeen

The Acute Clinical Health Psychology Service is seeking a Band 7 Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology to provide a specialised psychology service working within the Chronic Pain management team, based at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary and Health Village. Aberdeen is a vibrant city, with good transport links, situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty next to the Cairngorm National Park, and miles of beautiful coastline.

This is an exciting professional development opportunity, for an experienced Clinical Associate in Applied Psychology. The post holder will be part of a strong, supportive psychology team which spans a number of rapidly developing multi-disciplinary services. The post holder’s time will primarily be in the chronic pain team.

• Delivery and audit of the psychology service to include routine assessment, individual and group interventions, consultation and training.
• Contribute to service developments, including aspects of audit, evaluation and research.
• Work as part of the wider Acute Psychology Service, collaborating with psychologists across a range of clinical specialities.

• Previous experience in a physical health setting is an advantage.
• Enthusiasm for working in this setting is critical.
• Strong team working skills are essential.

Brief film about our service:

For further information, please contact Dr Mary McCallum, Consultant Health Psychologist. Email: mary.mccallumt

Closing date: 3rd March 2026

Interview Date: 9th April 2026

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.