Lecturer in Cognitive/Clinical Neuroscience or Neuropsychology x 2

University of Southampton; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research university in Eastleigh seeks two permanent lecturers in cognitive/clinical neuroscience/neuropsychology. The ideal candidates will hold a doctorate and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching. Responsibilities include growing research capacity and delivering high-quality education across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. The university offers a supportive, inclusive working environment with opportunities for flexible working, contributing to diversity and equity in academia.

Benefits

40% research time

State-of-the-art research facilities

Excellent career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Evidence excellence in research and teaching.
• Experience aligned with strategic research priorities.
• Ability to deliver high quality education.

Responsibilities

• Grow research capacity in psychology.
• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate education.
• Collaborate with clinical-academic links.

Skills

Research in neuroscience

Teaching excellence

Expertise in neuropsychological methods

Education

Doctorate in psychology or relevant discipline

Job description

Position Overview

The School of Psychology, University of Southampton, is seeking to appoint two permanent lecturers in cognitive/clinical neuroscience/neuropsychology to grow our research and contribute to delivery of our undergraduate and postgraduate education.

We are seeking applications from individuals whose expertise will help us build capacity as part of an ongoing programme of strategically focussed investment aligned with our four research centres (https://www.southampton.ac.uk/research/areas/psychology). Applicants will have expertise in neuroscience/neuropsychological methods (e.g., functional brain imaging, EEG, brain stimulation, patient studies of acquired disorders and interventions in neurological and/or neuropsychiatric populations).

Cross‑Centre Thematic Priorities

• Brain and behaviour (e.g., perceptual/cognitive/motor systems, neurological disorders)
• Digital interventions and health technologies
• Adult and child mental health (e.g., mood/anxiety disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions, psychosis)
• Individual, relational, and collective self (e.g., personality and wellbeing, relationship processes and sexual behaviour, culture and intergroup relations)

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants will hold a doctorate in psychology or a relevant discipline, be able to evidence excellence in research and teaching in the areas highlighted above commensurate with your level, and share our ambition to deliver high quality research, education, and training in psychological science.

Benefits and Working Conditions

Successful applicants will benefit from working in a vibrant, world‑leading, research intensive Russell Group university. The school provides an excellent environment for career development allowing for 40% research time on balanced (research and education) pathway contracts. State‑of‑the‑art research facilities include:

• Well‑established clinical‑academic links with NHS services
• Purpose‑built laboratories for psychometric testing, social interaction and behavioural observation, quantitative sensory testing, therapeutic intervention, psychopharmacology, and child/family studies
• Specialist neuroscience facilities: 3T MRI, EEG, neurostimulation, eye‑tracking, virtual reality labs
• Established links with the School of Biological Sciences, School of Medicine (Psychiatry, Clinical Neuroscience, Primary Care) and local/regional NHS neurological and rehabilitation services

Our BPS/HCPC accredited education provision spans single and joint‑honours undergraduate programmes, a range of postgraduate taught courses (including MSc Health and Clinical Psychology) and CPD courses. We also offer professional doctoral training programmes in Clinical (DClinPsy) and Educational DEdPsy) Psychology.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are an ambitious, successful and growing School (Top 10 nationally; Guardian League Table 2025) providing a friendly, supportive and inclusive working environment located on the beautiful Highfield Campus at the University of Southampton. We strongly encourage applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, people who identify as LGBTQ+ and people with disabilities. We recognise that employees may wish to have working patterns that fit with their caring responsibilities or work‑life balance, including flexible and part‑time working. Due consideration will be given to applicants who have had career breaks for reasons including maternity, paternity or adoption leave, disability or illness. The University of Southampton holds an Athena SWAN Silver Award.

Contact

For further details, please contact Professor Charles Leek (Head of Psychology: [e-mail]), Professor Lyn Ellett (Deputy Head of School Education: [e-mail]) or Professor Denis Drieghe (Deputy Head of School Research: [e-mail]).

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.

Application Deadline

Apply by 11.59 pm GMT on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on [phone] or [e-mail] quoting the job number.