Research Assistant

Requests for flexible working options will be considered (subject to business need).

Contract: Fixed term for 12 months

Applications must be received by midnight of the closing date.

Expected Interview date: Sept 2025

Expected start date: Nov 2025

• Do you have a background in cognitive neuroscience or psychology, an interest in consciousness, and a desire to help people with mental illness? 
• Applications are invited for a highly motivated student to work as a Research Assistant within the Sussex Centre for Consciousness Science (SCCS), an internationally prominent research group in consciousness science and one of the University of Sussex’s Centres of Excellence.
• The successful applicant will provide research support for Dr David Schwartzman and colleagues on a new project investigating a potential therapy for mild to moderate forms of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) based on the ability of stroboscopic light to create vivid visual experiences.
• The successful applicant will join a new team funded by project lead Dr Schwartzman’s Medical Research Council (MRC) grant. The project inaugurates a new collaboration between the SCCS (Schwartzman and Professor Anil Seth) and the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) with Professor James Stone.
• The successful applicant will have a background in experimental psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field, and research skills at an appropriate level of qualification, with the ambition to support and pursue high-quality research in this field. Previous experience working with people with mental illness or conducting clinical research, along with strong statistical skills, are highly desirable.
• A strong interest in the neuroscience of consciousness is also desirable.

Please contact Dr David Schwartzman: D.Schwartzman@sussex.ac.uk 

Tel: 0044 01273 878213 for informal enquiries.

The University is committed to equality and valuing diversity, and applications are particularly welcomed from women and black and minority ethnic candidates, who are under-represented in academic posts in Science, Technology, Engineering, Medicine and Mathematics (STEMM) at Sussex.

Please note that this position may be subject to ATAS clearance if you require visa sponsorship.

For full details and how to apply please click the 'Apply' button, above.

The University of Sussex values the diversity of its staff and students and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

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