Research Assistant in Auditory Science Part-time

Research Assistant in Auditory Science

This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the set-up and operation of a translational auditory science laboratory at UCL's internationally recognised Ear Institute. Working closely with the Professor of Translational Auditory Science, you will play a key role in establishing and maintaining specialist auditory equipment, developing laboratory processes, and supporting a wide range of research activities.

The post holder will contribute to cutting-edge research in auditory perception and neuroscience by assisting with the design and delivery of psychoacoustic and electrophysiological experiments. This includes supporting participant recruitment, data collection, analysis, and the preparation of research outputs, within a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.

Please review the job description before applying, paying particular attention to the essential / desirable criteria, and ensure your experience in these areas is addressed in your application.

This is a 0.5FTE fixed term 1 year post in the first instance, with the possibility of extension for up to three years in total. Closing date: 14 July 2026

You will have a strong academic background (educated to MSc level or equivalent) in physics, audio engineering, or a related field, with experience of conducting experimental research in auditory or speech perception. You will bring technical expertise in areas such as coding (e.g. Matlab or similar), sound recording, signal processing, and the calibration of specialist equipment.

In addition, you will be an organised and proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. You will be able to work effectively both independently and as part of a diverse team, demonstrating a collaborative approach and a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, UCL also offers some great benefits some of which are below:

• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days' annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance
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As London's Global University, we know diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent the diversity of the world's talent. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong.

We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL's workforce.

These include people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds; disabled people; LGBTQI+ people; and for our Grade 9 and 10 roles, women.

Our department holds an Athena SWAN Silver award, in recognition of our commitment and demonstrable impact in advancing gender equality.

You can read more about our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion here:

https://www.ucl.ac.uk/equality-diversity-inclusion/