Professor in Psychology, Centre for Human Brain Health (CHBH)

Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK

Background

This post will enhance world-leading activity in brain health research and bring additional senior academic leadership capacity to the CHBH and the School of Psychology. The successful applicant will be a senior academic with research and education expertise in a domain that complements research priorities and strengths in the CHBH and the School of Psychology. They will be recognised internationally for the quality and impact of their research and will have an outstanding track record of grant capture and experience of managing large awards to completion. They will add value through collaborative interdisciplinary research across as well as outside of the University of Birmingham. 

We wish to attract a scientist with research and research leadership expertise which aligns with one or several of the key research themes at the CHBH (https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/research/centre-for-human-brain-health):  

• Cognitive Computational Neuroscience  
• Social Interaction and Communication  
• Learning, Memory and Performance  
• Awareness, Consciousness and Sleep  
• Neuroimaging Methods and AI  

We would be particularly keen to hear from applicants with expertise and a track record of using and developing MEG/OPM, and those for whom MEG/OPM forms a substantial part of their research programme. However, we would also welcome applications from individuals working in other research areas that complement or expand the scope of the centre. 

The CHBH is a research-dedicated, custom-built neuroscience facility which opened in 2019 and has established an international reputation for research and education in cognitive and translational neuroscience, attracting over £64 million in grants since its foundation. The CHBH houses world-class research facilities, including 3T MRI, MEG, OPM, EEG, fNIRS, TMS, FUS and Sleep labs, supported by high-performance computing at the University of Birmingham. The Centre has a vibrant interdisciplinary userbase stretching across the University of Birmingham and local hospitals, and is supported by a dedicated team of technical and operational staff.  

The CHBH is ideally located on the University's Edgbaston campus, allowing us to conduct interdisciplinary research for academics (internal and external), students, clinicians, and industry researchers. We would welcome applications from colleagues whose research plans would further develop our connections with the Schools of Computer Science, Physics, Biology, Mathematics, Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Sciences, the Medical School, the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham and the Barberry National Centre for Mental Health.  

Post-holders will have an appetite and aptitude for academic leadership and a significant track record of achievement. Experience leading and /or developing centres and multidisciplinary teams is desirable. The post-holder will be at a level where they will be able to take on substantial responsibilities for leadership of the CHBH. 

Main Duties

Enhance world-leading activity in brain health research and teaching.

Contribute to or step into a senior academic leadership capacity in the CHBH, such as a centre directorship or co-directorship. 

Person Specification

• A higher degree relevant to the research/teaching area (usually PhD) or equivalent qualifications.
• Demonstrated excellence in Research, Learning and Teaching and Management and Administration.

Informal enquires to CHBH Co-Directors Professor Andrew Bagshaw a.p.bagshaw@bham.ac.uk and/or Associate Professor Katja Kornysheva k.kornysheva@bham.ac.uk.

To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the 'Apply' button above or visit our careers website.

Closing date: 2^nd March 2025

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