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Psychology

Senior Research Associate in Infant Development - 1049-26

GBP 39,906 - 46,049
Application Deadline:14 October 2026

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Job Description

Lancaster University seeks a Senior Research Associate for a project on the Origins of Infant Word Learning. The role involves investigating how hearing words influences infant object perception and word acquisition. Applicants need demonstrated experience in infant and/or language/cognitive development research, including infant behavioral studies, theoretical research design, data analysis, and open science practices.

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Benefits

  • Generous holiday leave - 25 days (pro-rata) annual leave plus University closure days and bank holidays.
  • Access to employee pension scheme, and annual flexible benefits scheme.
  • The Department holds an Athena Swan Silver Award, which recognises and celebrates good employment practice undertaken to address gender equality in Higher Education and research.
  • The Psychology Department is a busy teaching and research active Department. It is home to a friendly group of around 40 Academic staff, with teams of Research, Professional Services and Technical staff. The Department supports a large cohort of Undergraduate students
  • a thriving group of Masters and Postgraduate research students
  • and a wide range of research projects including several cross-institution grants.

About This Position

When do applications close for this position?

Applications for Senior Research Associate in Infant Development - 1049-26 at Lancaster University close on 14 October 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.

What does this position pay?

The advertised salary for this role is GBP 39,906 – 46,049. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by Lancaster University's enterprise agreement.

Where is this position based?

The position is based at Lancaster University, in Bailrigg, GB. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.

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