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Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Aston University - Institute of Health & Neurodevelopment

Location: Aston, Birmingham
Salary: £38,249 to £40,497 per annum : Grade 08
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 9th June 2025
Closes: 1st August 2025
Job Ref: 0349-25

Contract Type: Fixed Term (48 months)

Interview Date: Wednesday 03 September 2025

An exciting four-year opportunity is available for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate with expertise in the acquisition and analysis of human MEG +/- OPM-MEG data to study brain function and cognition in children and young people as part of a Wellcome-funded project. The post-holder will work with Dr Sukhvir Wright and colleagues at the Institute of Health and Neurodevelopment (IHN) in the MRC-funded Aston-BWC OPM-MEG lab. In particular, the role will combine taking OPM-MEG, MEG and MRI recordings in paediatric patients who have been affected by brain inflammation and other neurological conditions to elucidate research questions such as why do affected patients have persistent debilitating symptoms despite acute effective immunotherapy treatment?

We are looking for a talented, enthusiastic individual on an upward trajectory and will fully support applications for independent fellowships to follow this initial post.

Applicants should hold a PhD (or equivalent) involving neuroimaging, cognitive neuroscience or a related field. Experience of MEG/OPM-MEG acquisition and data analysis is essential. Experience with MATLAB or Python computer programming for neuroimaging data analysis is essential. Experience of MRI and/or EEG acquisition and analysis is desirable. Experience of working on research projects involving children and young adults is desirable.

What we offer:

  1. Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
  2. Excellent training and development opportunities.
  3. A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
  4. Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
  5. Great family-friendly policies.
  6. On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
  7. Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

The salary being offered for this role is below the minimum threshold for required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor the successful candidate if they: 

    Are under 26 years old

    Hold a PhD that is relevant to the role

    Have held a Student or Graduate visa in the last 2 years

    Are already in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa issued before April 4th 2024

Please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk if you would like to discuss your eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

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