Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Cognitive Neuroscience

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow – Cognitive NeuroscienceApply locations St Lucia Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-54340

• School of Psychology

• Full-time, fixed-term position for 2 years

• Base salary will range from $82,057 – $109,246 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level A)

• Based at our vibrant St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

Our School of Psychology is one of the most prestigious schools of psychology in Australia, with a thriving and dynamic research profile in Cognitive and Computational Psychology. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and work on projects examining the neural basis of cognitive control as well as brain stimulation, cognitive training and neurofeedback interventions to enhance cognitive control performance in applied settings. Help us create real change, and we'll help you get the best start to your academic career at one of Australia's leading universities

Key responsibilities will include:

• Research: Support large-scale cognitive neuroscience research on brain stimulation, imaging, neurofeedback and neuropharmacology; develop a coherent research program and an emerging research profile; publish in reputable journals and utilise best practice research methodologies.

  • Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students and provide performance feedback, coaching and training to research support staff.

    • Citizenship and Service: Begin to develop partnerships by cultivating networks; engage in internal service activities; provide support to colleagues and uphold university values.

This is a research focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance .

About You

• Completion or near completion of a PhD in Psychology or Cognitive Neuroscience.

• Experience in large-scale cognitive neuroscience research: brain stimulation, imaging, neuropharmacology, multi-session protocols.

• Evidence of research in cognitive control.

• Evidence of extensive experience with open science.

• Evidence of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.

• Demonstrated experience working with research students.

Please note, you must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

About UQ

With a shared goal to create lasting and positive change for communities across the world, at UQ you will be challenged to do your best work, inspired by colleagues from across UQ's diverse community, and rewarded for your contributions, expertise and the unique experiences you bring.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Paul Dux at p.dux@psy.uq.edu.au .

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au , stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• Cover letterincluding responses to the 'About You' section above

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au .

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 13 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-54340).

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