Research Officer/Fellow in Multimodal Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation

Location: Leeds - Main Campus

Contract type: Fixed term (To 14^th March 2027 - to complete a specific task or time limited work)

Interview date: Friday 4^th September 2026

This role will be based on the university campus, with scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner.

Are you looking for an exciting postdoc position working in neuromodulation or cognitive neuroscience? Do you have a PhD using transcranial magnetic stimulation, EEG or similar methods? Are you interested in how innovative brain stimulation strategies can be developed to safely treat common conditions? 

The Brain and Behaviour Laboratory in the School of Psychology at the University of Leeds is seeking a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral researcher to join our team. The 6-month position will contribute to a project funded by Cambridge Neuroworks. You will work with Professor Melanie Burke, Dr Stephen Halpin (School of Medicine) and Dr James McLaughlan (School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering) on the project Priming plasticity for scalable pain neuromodulation. 

To be considered for the role, you will have completed, or almost completed a PhD in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, or a closely related discipline involving human neurophysiology, brain stimulation, or experimental pain research. You will have experience with quantitative research methods, experimental techniques including EEG, and relevant software for analysis. Additionally, you may have experience of using conducting experimental protocols in non-invasive brain stimulation and an interest in neuromodulation for pain. You will have the ability to independently conduct a research protocol, including communicating professionally and sensitively with participants. You will be able to plan, organise, and prioritise your own workload, and meet deadlines. You will be able to work within a team and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in an accessible way to a range of audiences.

Salary Requirements of the Skilled Worker Visa Route

Please note that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/global-talent

What we offer in return

26 days' holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!

Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary

Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.

Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.

Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

If you are looking for a role that will extend your skills and develop your interests in neuromodulation, apply today.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Prof. Melanie Burke, Associate Professor in Cognitive Neuroscience 

Email: m.r.burke@leeds.ac.uk

Or

Dr Stephen Halpin, Senior Clinical Research Fellow & Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine

Email: s.j.halpin@leeds.ac.uk

Further details: Candidate Brief

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