Role
The role involves designing and conducting experimental studies (in person and remotely) examining how performers, educators, students, concert-goers, and instrument builders engage with historical keyboard instruments and their replicas. The postholder will apply and develop quantitative and qualitative methods to investigate embodied, perceptual, and experiential aspects of musical engagement, integrating behavioural, self-report, and observational data.
Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
The postholder will hold a PhD (or equivalent research experience) in Music, Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Statistics, or a closely related discipline. They will bring excellent knowledge of experimental psychology, psychometrics, and music cognition, with a strong understanding of embodied cognition, organology, and historically informed keyboard performance. The role requires strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage multiple strands of work and take responsibility for planning research activities, including organising conferences and planned events.
Interview date: 27 April 2026