Role
This post will work alongside a Research Associate and a Project Administrator. Beyond this, the project, led by Professor Henderson as PI comprises a large and multidisciplinary project team of developmental and cognitive psychologists, social psychologists, psychiatrists, neuroscientists, data analysts, educators and clinical trials experts, as well as health professionals from Health Professionals for Safe Screens UK and The Sleep Charity. As a Research Trainee you will provide critical support to the research project, undertaking research work within the overall programme and assisting with the day to day operation of the research.
The post is to start as soon as possible and no later than June 2026 and is a fixed term contract from January 2026 to December 2028, with the possibility of end date extension with a later start date.
Skills, Experience & Qualification needed
The postholders will have an undergraduate degree in Psychology or a relevant discipline. They will have knowledge in one or more topics relevant to the project, and knowledge and experience of a range of research techniques and methods relevant to the project, including the ability to work effectively with children and/or schools. Full details of the main qualifications, knowledge, skills, experience and qualifications essential to the post are provided in the Person Specification.
Interview date: To be confirmed