Research Fellow in Cognitive Ageing and Brain Imaging

Are you looking for an exciting PostDoc position working in brain imaging and cognition? Do you have a PhD or near to completion using imaging methods? Are you interested in how strategies can improve memory in older adults? 

The School of Psychology at the University of Leeds are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team studying the neurobiological mechanisms of strategy use to improve memory in ageing. The 1-year position will contribute to a project funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). You will work with Dr Melanie Burke and Dr Richard Allen (University of Leeds), along with Prof Louise Brown Nicholls (PI, University of Strathclyde), Dr Claudia con Bastian (University of Sheffield) and Prof Mario Parra Rodrigues (University of Strathclyde) on the project ‘Strategy Training to support healthy cognitive ageing: behavioural, neuroimaging and real-world investigations’.  

To be considered for the role, you will have completed, or almost completed (i.e., submitted, pending examination), a PhD in cognitive neuroscience, psychology or a closely related discipline. You will have some experience or knowledge of brain imaging methods, with an interest in memory and cognitive ageing. You will have experience with quantitative and imaging research methods and of relevant software for analysis. Experience with relevant experimental software (e.g., PsychoPy), handling complex data, and collecting cognitive data with older adults, would be an advantage. You will have the ability to conduct research work in a professional and sensitive manner. You will be able to plan, organise, and prioritise your own workload, including leading preparation of research proposals and papers, and meeting deadlines. You will also be able to work within a team, including liaising with external collaborators and other stakeholders. Finally, you will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and be able to present complex information in an accessible way to different audiences. 

The University of Leeds is a truly global community, with more than 39,000 students from 170 different countries and over 9,000 staff of 100 different nationalities.  Established in 1904, we have a strong tradition of academic excellence, reflected in first-class student education, along with world-leading research that has a real impact around the globe. 

 What we offer in return

•   26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas).
•   Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary.
•   Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym.
•   Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and more.
•   Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

If you are looking for a role that will extend your skills and develop your interests in memory and ageing apply today.

For any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr Melanie Burke, Associate Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience (m.r.burke@leeds.ac.uk).

Dr Richard Allen, Associate Professor in Psychology (r.allen@leeds.ac.uk). 

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. Please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please visit: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

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