Research Assistant (Fixed Term)
We are seeking a Research Assistant to join the Computational Cognition Group led by Professor Paul Bays at the University of Cambridge. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of researchers investigating the cognitive and neural mechanisms responsible for perceiving and remembering visual objects, and for directing visual attention and gaze.
The appointee to this fixed-term role will work to complete an experimental and modelling project studying fixational eye movements in the context of visual memory. The successful candidate will also be expected and encouraged to contribute to experimental design, data analysis, presentation of results in the form of talks and posters, and preparation of papers for peer-reviewed publication.
Applicants should hold a Master's or equivalent level of degree in neuroscience, cognitive science, experimental psychology or any other relevant subject. Previous experience in human behavioural experimentation and computational modelling of fixational eye movement data is essential.
Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 6 months in the first instance.
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Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Professor Paul Bays (pmb20@cam.ac.uk)
Please quote reference PJ49339 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.
The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.
The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Key information
Department/location: Department of Psychology
Salary: £33,002-£35,608
Reference: PJ49339
Category: Research
Date published: 7 April 2026
Closing date: 21 April 2026
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