We are seeking
a researcher to lead a programme of work to develop a new strengths and abilities assessment toolkit to enhance strengths-based education for neurodivergent primary school-aged children. This will involve working closely with teams conducting parallel work with preschool children and adolescents within the ‘All About Me’ project. What We Offer As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: • An excellent contributory pension scheme • 38 days annual leave • A comprehensive range of childcare services • Family leave schemes • Cycle loan scheme • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs The post is available on a flexible hybrid basis. The minimum on-site time is 3 days/week for a full-time post About the Role The post is funded until 30 September 2030 and is based in the Department of Experimental Psychology, Life and Mind Building. The post is full time; however, consideration would be given to candidates wishing to work part-time (minimum 80% FTE) on a pro rata basis. You will design and implement a high quality programme of research to generate new knowledge to meet the All About Me project’s objectives, with a specific focus on primary-school aged children. You will disseminate findings, through research articles and national/international conferences. You will manage the research budget and delegate work to junior members of the team and coach other members of the group on specialist methodologies or procedures. The role will provide the ideal opportunity and environment for a researcher looking to develop their career in a way that brings about meaningful change to the lives of neurodiverse children and their families. About You You will hold a relevant Ph.D/D.Phil with post-qualification research experience in psychology or a relavant discipline with strong publication record and familiarity with the existing literature and research in a relevant field. Experience of working with AI / assistive technology in education/mental health/cognition focused research is desirable. Diversity Committed to equality and valuing diversity Our active Psychiatry and initiatives including our, work to make the Department of Psychiatry as supportive, welcoming and inclusive as possible. Application Process