Associate Professor/Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience

UCL Eastman Dental Institute; London; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university research institute in London is seeking an Associate Professor/Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience. The successful candidate will lead research efforts in cognitive neuroscience, with a focus on imaging methodologies. A strong track record in academic publications and grant funding is essential. This permanent position offers a competitive salary range and attractive benefits, including generous holiday allowances and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

41 Days holiday

Defined benefit pension scheme

On-site gym

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• International reputation in human cognitive neuroscience with impactful publications.
• Experience obtaining significant research grants.
• Excellent at managing teams and mentoring junior researchers.

Responsibilities

• Lead research projects within the Department of Imaging Neuroscience.
• Shape the department's future and maintain research excellence.
• Collaborate with leading neuroscientists and their research groups.

Skills

Human cognitive neuroscience

Research grant funding

Management skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Cognitive Neuroscience or related field

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Associate Professor/Professor of Cognitive Neuroscience, London

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12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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About the role

We are now recruiting an internationally recognised leader in the field of imaging-informed cognitive neuroscience to work with some of the world’s leading neuroscientists and their research groups within the Department of Imaging Neuroscience, play an important role in shaping the future of the Department, and be vital to maintaining the Department’s position as a centre of research excellence shaping the field.

We seek applicants from across the broad field of cognitive neuroscience with an imaging-informed programme that is complementary to our existing research portfolio. The successful candidate’s cognitive neuroscience expertise could include (but is not limited to): clinical, developmental or life-span perspectives on memory, learning, sleep, executive function, social behaviour, motor control and action planning - as explored through neuroimaging or related methodologies.

It is expected that the successful applicant will bring a broad perspective to the overarching question of how we can understand real world human behaviour and cognition in terms of brain mechanisms and underlying neurobiology, and how this understanding can be applied to the psychological, social, clinical and scientific challenges we face.

The post, on the academic/tenure track, is available on a permanent basis from 01 January .

If you need reasonable adjustments or a more accessible format to apply for this job online, or have any queries regarding the application process, please contact the Institute of Neurology HR Team ().

Informal enquiries regarding the role can be addressed to Professor Martina Callaghan, Head of the Research Department of Imaging Neuroscience ().

To apply, please complete the online application form and upload the following supporting documents:

• A current CV
• A cover letter/statement of interest outlining your interest in joining the Department of Imaging Neuroscience and how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
• A summary of your five-year research vision.

There will be a two-stage selection process; please refer to the job description and person specification for the role for full details; the job description can be accessed below.

About you

You will have an international reputation in human cognitive neuroscience, a strong track record of impactful, peer-reviewed academic publications, and of obtaining significant and sustained research grant funding for your imaging neuroscience programme.

Excellent management skills, as well as interpersonal skills to work successfully with colleagues, students and research participants, and to support and provide direction for junior researchers are also essential for this role.

This role meets the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker certificate of sponsorship or a global talent visa under UK Visas and Immigration legislation. Therefore, UCL welcomes applications from international applicants who require a visa.

What we offer

Appointment will be as Associate Professor (UCL Grade 9 with salary in the range £67, - £75, per annum including London Allowance) or Professor (UCL Grade 10 with competitive, negotiable salary starting from a minimum of £83, per annum including London Allowance) based on knowledge, skills, and experience. Please refer to the job description and person specification for details of the selection criteria at each grade.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer great benefits, some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service