Research Fellow - AR2785MR

Fixed Term: 2 years in the first instance, with the possibility of extension, Start: June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter

Applications are sought for one of two Post-doctoral Research Fellows to work with Manon Schweinfurth conducting research for a BBSRC-funded project entitled ‘Ontogenetic & evolutionary roots of social competence and their implications for wellbeing’. The primary duties will be to conduct non-invasive, longitudinal, experimental, behavioural research with rats, which includes lab-based data collection, analysis, and dissemination. The focus of this post will be on the Animal Behaviour/Cognition aspects of the project. The candidates will work within a large interdisciplinary team of researchers, providing expertise on Evolutionary Theory, Animal Cognition and Comparative Psychology.  

The successful applicant will have (or be near to completion of) a PhD in a related discipline with expertise in planning experiments, collecting and analysing (preferably in R) behavioural data and will have experience in publishing scientific findings.  

The post is available for 2 years in the first instance, with the possibility of extension, starting June 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter.  

Further details of the project can be found by contacting ms397@st-andrews.ac.uk; further details of the lab group can be found at https://manon-schweinfurth.jimdofree.com/

Applications are particularly welcome from historically excluded communities, including people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, LGBTQI+ community, and those who identify with other protected characteristics that are under-represented in research posts at the University.  

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter, Race Charters, and Stonewall). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

Interviews will be held in late March 2023

Please quote ref: AR2785MR

Closing Date: 3 March 2023

Further Particulars: AR2785MR FPs.doc

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