Postdoctoral researcher Part-time NEW

Postdoctoral Researcher

The Department of Experimental Psychology has an exciting opportunity for a part-time Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Staresina Lab. This position is fixed term until 31 December 2026, with the possibility of renewal. It is a part-time role, working 15.75 hours per week.

The role

The post holder will be a member of the Staresina Lab research group and will lead a defined work package within a larger project on sleep and memory consolidation and transformation. The role involves designing, conducting, and disseminating research, as well as providing guidance to junior members of the group (including research assistants, PhD students, and project students).

About the department

The Department of Experimental Psychology is a large, internationally recognised department with a high volume of academic activity and a fast-paced, research-driven culture. The department has recently moved to its new home in The Life and Mind building. This exciting development provides exceptional research and teaching facilities along with space for public engagement and outreach. It also offers renewed commitment to work across disciplinary boundaries to further knowledge across the psychological and biological sciences and to solve major global challenges.

About you

You will hold a relevant PhD/DPhil in Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychology, or a related subject. Strong programming skills (Python and/or MATLAB) and the ability to write clean, well-documented analysis code. Ability to work with EEG data and apply multivariate methods to extract meaningful measures relevant to memory and consolidation. Skilled in developing and adapting research methodologies, with particular interest in applying and validating AI tools for analysing behavioural, fMRI, and EEG data. Experienced in preparing academic publications and presenting research at conferences and public events, effectively communicating findings to both academic and wider audiences. A supportive team member who provides guidance on research methods, analysis pipelines, and best practices within collaborative research environments.

You will have the ability to independently manage a defined area of academic research, contribute to new project development and represent research at meetings. Experience in supporting junior researchers (eg supervising students or assisting research staff)

Application and interview process

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement addressing the selection criteria, your CV, and the contact details of two referees as part of your application. Your application will not be processed if you do not include both a CV and a supporting statement. The closing date for applications is midday on 26 March 2026 and only applications received by this date will be considered. Interviews will be held as soon as possible thereafter.

The University of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals regardless of their background. We are committed to equality and valuing diversity.

Contact Person: Vacancy ID: 185547

Contact Phone: Closing Date & Time: 26-Mar-2026 12:00

Pay Scale: RESEARCH GRADE 8

Contact Email: hr@psy.ox.ac.uk

Salary (£): £49,119 per annum (pro rata)