Postdoctoral Researcher in Neurodiversity and Mathematical Learning

We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to join an exciting new project at the interface between developmental psychology, education, and neurodiversity. The position will involve working on an interdisciplinary longitudinal project that will employ standardised assessments, experimental measures (e.g., child friendly ipad based assessments, online assessments), and mixed methods, to understand cognitive and educational contributors to early mathematical learning for neurodivergent children. Our focus will be three groups of children with genetic conditions diagnosed early in life (Down’s syndrome, fragile X syndrome, or Williams syndrome), to understand both general and specific contributors to good outcomes leading to independence in early numeracy for neurodivergent children. 

Candidates should hold a PhD in developmental psychology or related disciplines. Previous experience of cognitive developmental research is essential, and either a keen interest or prior experience of genetic conditions and/or intellectual disability and/or neurodiversity would be an advantage. Excellent communication skills, interests in working as part of an interdisciplinary team, and the ability to manage your own research are key to the post, as is the experience of working with children, parents, and educators in schools. Expertise of analysing data across two timepoints is desirable. The successful applicant would be principally based in Oxford, working with Prof Gaia Scerif, but they will benefit from being embedded in an extended research team for this project, including co-PIs Prof Emily Farran (University of Surrey) and Prof Jo van Herwegen (University College London).

This post is full-time fixed term for up to 36 months. The post may involve long distance UK travel, which may be facilitated by having access to own reliable transport, although this is not essential.

For any questions relating to the project please contact Gaia Scerif (gaia.scerif@psy.ox.ac.uk).

The closing date for applications is midday on Tuesday 2^nd April 2024.  It is anticipated that interviews will be held on 22^nd April 2024.  It is hoped the post-holder will be able to start in post on 1^st June 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. As part of your application, you will be required to upload a covering letter explaining how you meet the job requirements, as well as a CV and details of two referees.

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