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Laboratory Research Manager

Standard Grade 7

24 April 2026, 12:00 noon

Location

Oxford

University of Oxford

Type

Fixed-term (24 months)

Salary

£39,424 - £47,779 per annum

Required Qualifications

Experienced Project Manager
Degree in electronics, computer science, experimental psychology or linguistics
Hands-on technical skills for EEG, eye-tracking, behavioural experiments
Excellent IT skills (PC/Mac)
Hardware configuration and programming
Lab management and SOP creation

Research Areas

Phonological representation
Morphological representation
Mental lexicon
EEG experiments
Eye-tracking
Behavioural experiments
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Laboratory Research Manager

Laboratory Research Manager

Language and Brain Laboratory - Faculty of Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics

The Faculty of Linguistics, Philology and Phonetics is seeking to recruit a Laboratory Research Manager to support Professor Aditi Lahiri’s project 'PAAL', for which an ERC Synergy Grant has been awarded.

The overall objective of this project is to experimentally investigate phonological and morphological representation and cognisance in a variety of languages.

The post is for a fixed-term period of 24 months, aiming to start as soon as possible.

What We Offer

As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

  • An excellent contributory pension scheme
  • 38 days annual leave
  • A comprehensive range of childcare services
  • Family leave schemes
  • Cycle loan scheme
  • Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans
  • Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

About the Role

The successful candidate will support the PI and the other postdoctoral researchers within the PI's linguistic framework investigating the mental lexicon using an experimental approach involving EEG, eye-tracking and behavioural experiments.

About You

The key requirements are as follows:

  • An experienced Project Manager with a degree (or equivalent qualification or proven track record) in electronics, computer science, experimental psychology, experimental linguistics or a language related technology.
  • This is a hands-on practical role, and the successful candidate must possess the technical skills and abilities required to assist the research team implement a wide range of experiments, both in the laboratory and in the field.
  • Excellent general IT skills with PC and Mac computers along with the ability to configure and program specialised hardware as necessary.
  • The candidate will work with senior research staff to document optimum process flows for data analysis and create Standard Operating Procedures for use in the laboratory and for fieldwork.
  • The candidate will be expected to organise and prioritise their own work to ensure the continued smooth running of the laboratory, including dealing with routine maintenance issues.

Application Process

You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application. The supporting statement must explain how you meet the selection criteria for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12:00 noon on 24 April 2026.

Interviews will take place in early May.

Contact Person: Human Resources
Vacancy ID: 185945
Closing Date & Time: 24-Apr-2026 12:00
Pay Scale: STANDARD GRADE 7
Contact Email: hr@ling-phil.ox.ac.uk
Salary (£): £39,424-£47,779 per annum

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Frequently Asked Questions

📚What qualifications are required for the Laboratory Research Manager role?

The role requires an experienced Project Manager with a degree (or equivalent) in electronics, computer science, experimental psychology, experimental linguistics, or language-related technology. Hands-on technical skills for lab and field experiments are essential. Explore similar research jobs or administration jobs for preparation tips.

🔬What are the main responsibilities in this Laboratory Research Manager position?

Support the PI and postdocs in EEG, eye-tracking, and behavioural experiments on the mental lexicon. Manage lab operations, create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for data analysis, handle hardware setup, and ensure smooth lab running. Ideal for those interested in research roles.

📝How do I apply for the Laboratory Research Manager job at Oxford?

Upload a covering letter/supporting statement (explaining how you meet criteria), CV, and two referees via the online application. Closing date is 24 April 2026, 12:00 noon. Interviews in early May. Contact hr@ling-phil.ox.ac.uk. Use our free cover letter template for success.

💰What is the salary and benefits for this role?

Salary: £39,424 - £47,779 per annum (Standard Grade 7). Benefits include excellent pension, 38 days annual leave, childcare, family leave, cycle loans, discounted travel, and social clubs. Check university salaries for comparisons in higher ed.

🧠What is the project focus and employment details?

Support Professor Aditi Lahiri’s PAAL project (ERC Synergy Grant) investigating phonological and morphological representation across languages. Fixed-term 24 months, start ASAP, based in Oxford. View research assistant jobs for related opportunities.

💻Is technical experience with specific tools required?

Yes, excellent IT skills with PC/Mac, ability to configure/program specialised hardware for experiments. Document process flows and handle lab maintenance. Relevant for research assistant careers.
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