We are seeking to appoint a lecturer in cognitive neuroscience in the School of Psychology & Neuroscience at the University of St Andrews. We are particularly interested in candidates who study areas at the interface of psychology and neuroscience and also in those with clinically related research and teaching interests. This is a permanent appointment, with a start date of August 1st 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter.  

Candidates should hold a PhD in a cognate discipline and have a clear track record of excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will be expected to establish a world-leading research group with links to other researchers across our School’s four major research themes (see:https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/psychology-neuroscience/research/) and with other Schools at the University. They will also contribute to the development and delivery of teaching at all levels and fulfill administrative roles within and beyond the School of Psychology & Neuroscience.  

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

•  Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Financial contribution to relocation
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff/children of staff, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme and a range of wellbeing initiatives

Further information and informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Jamie Ainge, Head of School, email: psyhos@st-andrews.ac.uk or Professor Karen Spencer email: (kas21@st-andrews.ac.uk).  

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) community, and other protected characteristics who are under-represented in academic posts at the University.    

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience.  We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network.  Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/  

Closing Date: 29 April 2024                                  

Interview Date: 23 May 2024  

Please quote ref: AC1960RXNK            

Further Particulars: AC1960RXNK FPs.doc

School of Psychology and Neuroscience

Salary: £45,585 - £56,021 per annum 

Start Date: 1 August 2024

Full-time: 36.25hrs per week