We are seeking a part‑time Research Assistant to join the Department of Psychology at the University of Cambridge. The position is available for up to two days a week. The successful candidate will support research projects investigating adolescent behavioural and brain development and will work within Professor Sarah‑Jayne Blakemore's research group.
Responsibilities
* Program experimental tasks and questionnaires.
* Recruit participants and organise data collection in local schools and the laboratory.
* Support administrative tasks for the research group.
* Collect and analyse data.
* Assist with the preparation of research outputs.
Additional information
The role is in person, based at the University of Cambridge (not hybrid). Occasional weekend data collection may be required; time off in lieu will be provided during the week. One of the projects forms part of a larger collaboration with the University of Cardiff, with occasional short visits to Cardiff (travel and accommodation covered).
Fixed‑term: funds for this post are available for 1 year in the first instance.
Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Application Process
Click the “Apply” button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.
Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Professor Sarah‑Jayne Blakemore, sjblakemore@psychol.cam.ac.uk
Please quote reference PJ49254 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
Work Eligibility
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
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