"Research Associate (Fixed Term)"

A postdoctoral position is available in the lab of Prof. Paul Bays at the University of Cambridge, Department of Psychology. The successful candidate will work on a research project investigating the computational and neural principles by which multimodal information is encoded and combined in human perception.

The research will combine computational modelling with human behavioural measurements of perception and memory. The researcher will design, conduct and analyse research on this project in consultation with Prof. Bays, and write and communicate results as scientific papers and in scientific presentations at national and international conferences.

Applicants should have a PhD in neuroscience, vision science, or any other relevant subject, with a strong analytical and mathematical background, and experience of ideal observer and/or neural network models of behaviour. Applicants will need to demonstrate a record of research productivity and the ability to work creatively and independently.

More information about the lab can be found at bayslab.org.

Fixed-term: The funds for this post are available for 1 years 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 PJ49063 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.

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Key information

Department/location

Department of Psychology

Salary

£37,694-£46,049

Reference

PJ49063

Category

Research

Date published

10 March 2026

Closing date

25 March 2026