Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Wolfson Centre for Applied Health Research (Bradford), School of Psychology (Leeds)

This role will be based at the Wolfson Centre for Applied Health Research in Bradford, with regular engagement at the School of Psychology and scope for it to be undertaken in a hybrid manner. 

Are you an ambitious postdoctoral researcher with expertise in EEG and an interest in understanding how digital experiences shape brain development and wellbeing? Do you want to work on a large-scale, school-based research programme with strong scientific and societal impact?

We are seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join MyPhone/MyBrain, a major four-year research programme funded by the Huo Family Foundation. The project examines relationships between young people’s digital engagement, brain development and wellbeing, combining classroom-based EEG data collection, smartphone-derived measures, and secure linkage to health and education records through the Connected Bradford infrastructure.

Working closely with the Principal Investigator and wider research team, you will play a leading role in analysing EEG data, developing and testing research questions, and contributing to high-quality scientific outputs. You will be expected to work with a high degree of independence, contribute original ideas, and help shape the direction of the research programme within the scope of the funded project.

The role offers an excellent opportunity to develop a strong publication record, gain experience working with large and complex datasets, and contribute to an interdisciplinary programme at the interface of neuroscience, digital behaviour and public engagement.

Interview date 28 September 2026

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, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more! 

If you are looking for a postdoctoral role in cognitive neuroscience that combines methodological innovation, real-world data collection, and deep engagement with schools and young people, apply today.

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

Professor Faisal Mushtaq, Principal Investigator

Email: f.mushtaq@leeds.ac.uk

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: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent

Further Details:
Candidate Brief

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