Post-Doctoral Researcher for Brain Analytics and Computing
Overview
The University of Oxford seeks a Post-Doctoral Researcher for Brain Analytics and Computing within the Department of Psychiatry. Based at the Warneford Hospital site in Oxford, the position involves leading the delivery of work packages for a Wellcome Trust Grant held by Dr. Luppi. The role is funded for a duration of 18 months and operates within a stimulating academic environment known for research excellence.
Who can apply
Candidates must hold or be close to completion of a PhD or DPhil in neuroscience or a closely related field, accompanied by relevant research experience. Applicants are also required to hold a first degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics. Additional qualifications include specialist knowledge in the information-theoretic analysis of functional MRI signals and expertise in designing, training, and analysing Artificial or Deep Neural Networks to model neural systems or cognitive processes, both evidenced by relevant peer-reviewed publications or preprints. Experience conducting research that investigates functional MRI in patients with focal or traumatic brain lesions is considered desirable.
What you get
The position offers a salary ranging from 40,178 to 48,700 British Pounds per annum. The appointment is structured as a full-time, fixed-term contract based onsite at the Department of Psychiatry in Oxford.
How to apply
Applicants must submit an online application that includes a covering letter or supporting statement, a curriculum vitae, and the contact details of two referees.
Key dates
The deadline to submit applications is 19 November 2026.
About University of Oxford
The University of Oxford is a collegiate research university in Oxford, England. Teaching there is documented from the late eleventh century, which makes it one of the oldest universities in the world, although its exact founding date is unknown. It has no single central campus, and its buildings are spread throughout the city. Every student belongs to a college, and the colleges operate alongside the university's academic departments, which are grouped into divisions.
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- Our active Psychiatry People and Culture teams and initiatives including our values and behaviours framework, work to make the Department of Psychiatry as supportive, welcoming and inclusive as possible.
- Our active Psychiatry People and Culture teams and initiatives including our values and behaviours framework, work to make the Department of Psychiatry as supportive, welcoming and inclusive as possible.
- You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. Please see the University pages on the application process at https://www.jobs.ox.ac.uk/application-process
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