Junior Researcher - Psychological and Learning Sciences

European Research University; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in the United Kingdom seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in Psychological sciences. This role focuses on conducting research relevant to cognitive and behavioral aspects of decision-making, well-being, or education. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD and demonstrate a readiness to collaborate across disciplines. The position offers the opportunity for early-career scholars to build a publication record while engaging in meaningful European research projects. Competitive institutional support will be provided for developing funding proposals.

Qualifications

• Eager to collaborate linking economic research with law and politics.
• Ability to engage with interdisciplinary projects.
• Excellent English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on psychological sciences focusing on decision-making and well-being.
• Partake in collaborative European research projects.
• Develop competitive project proposals for funding.

Skills

Collaborative across disciplines

Research in cognitive and behavioral aspects

Publication record building

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Organisation/Company European Research University Department ERC London Research Field Psychological sciences Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 28 Feb 2026 - 12:00 (Europe/London) Country United Kingdom Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

• Focus areas may include cognitive and behavioural aspects of decision‑making, well‑being, or education
• The post is suitable for early‑career scholars seeking to build a publication record and join collaborative European projects

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Psychological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Research may address economic transformation, institutional dynamics, or the comparative analysis of policy systems
• Applicants should be eager to collaborate across disciplines, linking economic research with law, politics, and other sciences within ERUNI’s international network

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Additional Information

Academic freedom and European context

ERC combine intellectual independence with close ties to European universities, research networks, and public institutions.

Transatlantic collaboration

We actively welcome researchers from the United States and beyond who seek meaningful engagement with European academic and policy debates.

Support for funding and growth

ERC particularly welcomes candidates who are ready to explore additional research funding opportunities, including Horizon Europe, the European Research Council, and other international grant schemes.

Successful applicants will receive institutional support in developing competitive project proposals.

Scholarly community

Each College maintains a collegial research culture, characterized by shared seminars, visiting fellowships, and collaboration across disciplines and locations.

European Research College offers a setting where scholarly excellence meets policy relevance — bringing together researchers committed to advancing knowledge and shaping Europe’s future.

Selection process

Applications should include:

• A short letter of motivation indicating your research field and interest
• 1–3 representative publications (published papers, working papers, or forthcoming articles)
• A professional CV including a list of publications (APA style with DOIs where possible)
• A proposed research plan outlining your intended programme of work (max. 2–3 pages)

Please send materials to [e-mail] with the subject line: “ERC Application 2025 – [Field / City]”.