Postdoctoral Neuropsychologist

1000scholars; Oxford; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The Postdoctoral Research Psychologist within the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Oxford joins a cross-institution programme with King's College London to advance autism research and clinical trial readiness. The role focuses on administering neuropsychological assessments and coordinating data collection across translational and clinical teams.

You will contribute to study development, grant applications, and standardised assessment procedures, working with Professors Laurent

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Psychology or related area.
• Significant postgraduate experience with children and young people with complex neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Strong knowledge of neuropsychology and outcome measures used in trials.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret standardized neuropsychological assessments.
• Coordinate and conduct neuropsychological and behavioural assessments according to study protocols.
• Contribute to study development and grant applications.
• Develop procedures for standardised assessments within the project.

Skills

Neuropsychology

Neurodevelopment

Clinical trials

Data collection

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Location: John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford And Sanders Research Group, Institute of Developmental & Regenerative Medicine IDRM, Old Road Campus, Oxford

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative programme between the University of Oxford and King's College London, bringing together expertise across institutions to advance autism research and clinical trial readiness. The programme delivers large-scale clinical trials and longitudinal natural history studies incorporating deep phenotyping, translational genetics, advanced neuroimaging, and wearable technologies to inform therapeutic development.

The Postdoctoral Research Psychologist, based within the Department of Paediatrics, will play a key role in administering behavioural and psychological assessments for the programme. The postholder will be responsible for coordinating and conducting neuropsychological and behavioural assessments in accordance with study protocols, ensuring the consistent and high-quality collection of research data. They will also contribute to the development and implementation of research studies, support the preparation of grant applications, and assist in the development of procedures for standardised assessments and other neuropsychological aspects of study delivery.

You will be based within the Department of Paediatrics in the University of Oxford's Medical Sciences Division, a world-leading centre for child health research with internationally recognised programmes, including neuromuscular diseases and vaccinology. The postholder will work closely with Professor Laurent Servais (John Radcliffe Hospital), and Professor Stephan Sanders (Institute of Developmental & Regenerative Medicine), collaborating across translational and clinical research teams.

This position is offered full-time on a fixed-term contract for an initial period of five years or until 31/06/2032, whichever is earliest.

This role meets the criteria for a UK Global Talent Academic and Research visa route.

About you

You will hold a Doctorate in Psychology or related area and have significant postgraduate experience working with children and young people with complex neurodevelopmental conditions. You will possess excellent knowledge of neuropsychology, particularly in neurodevelopmental disorders, and a strong understanding of neuropsychological outcome measures used in clinical trials and longitudinal natural history studies.

You will have a track record of research publications and strong academic writing skills, with experience contributing to research outputs and study development. You will be confident in administering and interpreting standardised neuropsychological assessments and communicating findings effectively.

You will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational, and time-management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams and contribute positively to the research environment.

£38,674 to £46,913 per annum (with a discretionary range to £51,059 per annum)