Lecturer in Cognitive/Clinical Neuroscience or Neuropsychology x 2

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

Job summary

A prominent UK university in Southampton seeks two Lecturers in Cognitive/Clinical Neuroscience or Neuropsychology. Candidates should hold a doctorate and demonstrate excellence in research and teaching. Responsibilities include delivering quality undergraduate and postgraduate education and contributing to innovative research. The institution offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career development and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

40% research time

Opportunities for career development

State-of-the-art research facilities

Qualifications

• Evidence of excellence in research and teaching.
• Expertise in neuropsychological methods is required.
• Experience with functional brain imaging or EEG is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and research in psychological science.
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education.
• Engage in innovative research aligned with strategic priorities.

Skills

Neuroscience methodologies

Research excellence

Teaching experience

Statistical analysis

Education

Doctorate in Psychology or relevant discipline

Job description

Lecturer in Cognitive/Clinical Neuroscience or Neuropsychology x 2

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). We welcome applicants whose research will also contribute to one or more of our cross-centre thematic priorities spanning 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), and individual, relational, and collective self (e.g., personality and wellbeing, relationship processes and sexual behaviour, culture and intergroup relations).

You will hold a doctorate in psychology or 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.

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, and state-of-the-art research facilities that include: well-established clinical-academic links with NHS services, and purpose-built laboratories for psychometric testing, social interaction and behavioural observation, quantitative sensory testing, therapeutic intervention, psychopharmacology, and child/family studies. Specialist neuroscience facilities include 3T MRI, EEG, neurostimulation, eye-tracking, virtual reality labs as well as 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 strategic partnerships with schools, NHS Trusts, Government, charities and industry deliver world leading impact (REF2021) and attract significant grant income from all major research funders. The school also provides opportunities for the award of funds to support research activity including PhD studentships, networking, conference attendance and equipment/lab facilities, as well as regular active seminar programmes of invited external speakers in each research centre. Our BPS/HCPC accredited education provision spans both single and joint-honours UG and a range of PGT (including MSc Health and Clinical Psychology) and CPD courses. We also offer professional doctoral training programmes in Clinical (DClinPsy) and Educational DEdPsy) Psychology.

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.

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

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