Research Assistant – Empathy & Decision-Making Neuroscience

University of Nottingham; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for a fixed-term role on the EmpaMEG project, exploring the neural basis of empathy. The position involves coordinating recruitment efforts, conducting psychometric assessments, and delivering experimental sessions. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess excellent communication and collaborative skills. The role offers generous benefits and a competitive holiday allowance, contributing to your professional development and well-being.

Benefits

Access to fitness and health facilities

Staff discounts and travel schemes

Attractive pension scheme

Competitive holiday allowance

Qualifications

• Experience in psychometric assessments and neuropsychology.
• Experience in recruiting challenging populations.
• Collaborative skills with clinical diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment through engagement with probation services.
• Conduct psychometric assessments.
• Coordinate delivery of experimental sessions.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to contribute to method improvement

Collaborative approaches to building relationships

Education

Degree in clinical neuroscience, psychology, healthcare systems, sociology or criminology

Job description

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a full-time Research Assistant for a fixed-term role on the EmpaMEG project, exploring the neural basis of empathy. The position involves coordinating recruitment efforts, conducting psychometric assessments, and delivering experimental sessions. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and possess excellent communication and collaborative skills. The role offers generous benefits and a competitive holiday allowance, contributing to your professional development and well-being.