Birkbeck, University of London, is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher, within the Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development (CBCD).
Salary range
£42,365 rising to £48,424 per annum
Contract type
Fixed term
Mode
Full time
Grade
7
Business Unit
School of Psychological Sciences
Closing date for applicants
01-May-2024
Ref No
1803
Birkbeck, University of London, is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher, within the Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development (CBCD), to play a key role in delivering two projects.
The CBCD is at the forefront of research in brain and psychological development, making it an ideal place for individuals passionate about neurodevelopmental conditions.
The first project is a Leverhulme funded research project investigating the emergence of brain-to-brain synchrony during preschoolers' collaborative problem solving.
The second project (also funded by Leverhulme Trust) investigates the link between physical experience and cognition in older children with ADHD (7- to 10-year-old).
As Postdoctoral Researcher, you will have:
You will be working as part of the world-first ToddlerLab team at the Centre for Brain and Cognitive Development, (CBCD), Department of Psychological Sciences.
This position will give you the opportunity to engage in continuous professional development by improving or developing experimental skills in a wide range of experimental methods, including behaviour, eye-tracking, motion- tracking, neuroimaging, and virtual reality, in toddlers and school-aged children.
Apply now and take the next step in your academic career at Birkbeck, University of London.
Remuneration
£42,365 rising to £48,424 per annum. The salary, Grade 7, quoted is on the College's London Pay Scale.
Birkbeck offers a competitive salary and pension scheme, 31 days paid leave, flexible working arrangements and some of the most generous benefits in the HE sector, all while being located right in the heart of Central London.
Terms and Conditions
Fixed-term, 12 month contract. Full-time (35 hours a week). Please submit a CV for consideration. Closing date: 1 May 2024, interview date: 10 May 2024. Enhanced DBS check required.
Enquiries
If you would like to know more about the role please click on apply below or contact Dr Paola Pinti, Co-I on the first project, via [email protected], or Dr Ori Ossmy ([email protected]), PI on the second project.
If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal please contact [email protected]
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities to apply.
We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.