Post-Doctoral Research Associate

University of Edinburgh Information Services Group

Post-Doctoral Research Associate in Psychology for UKRI funded project starting August 2026. Engaging in data analysis and study preparation within a university setting.

Posted 5/25/2026full-timeEdinburgh • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-Level💰 £41,064 - £48,822 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work alongside Dr Anne Templeton and other team members as part of an UKRI funded project.
Integral to key aspects of the project including monitoring the progression of the project.
Co-designing and preparing the studies, data analysis, and disseminating the findings to stakeholders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD or equivalent degree in Psychology or related discipline (pending or assumed complete may be considered).
Experience conducting qualitative and quantitative research into group processes using the social identity approach.
Have led online and in-person data collection, ideally in evacuation or other emergency settings.
Excellent time management and organisational skills, including coordination and prioritisation of multiple tasks.
Strong skills in teamwork, problem-solving, and being proactive.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive salary of £41,064- £48,822 (pro rata for part time).
Annual increments through the scale will occur with each year’s continuous service.
An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts and family-friendly initiatives.

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Hard Skills & Tools

qualitative researchquantitative researchdata analysis

Soft Skills

time managementorganisational skillscoordinationprioritisationteamworkproblem-solvingproactive

Certifications

PhD