Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to run the Psychology laboratories at the heart of a dynamic psychology department with a reputation in developing successful, research-led programmes.


You will support postgraduate research students, undergraduate and post graduate students in using experimental research. This will involve development of practical teaching resources to use in workshops and delivering these as a demonstrator. You will also facilitate and run in-lab studies and student practicals in the Psychology Laboratories and IT suites. You will also have the opportunity to support staff and researchers in the production of internationally recognized outputs and excellent knowledge exchange.


The Psychology Laboratories house a range of specialist facilities, including EEG, functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), Biopac psychophysiological recording systems, eye-tracking, and dedicated behavioural testing suites.

The Person

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You will hold a master's degree in psychology, or equivalent related work experience. Experience supporting experimental research in psychology laboratories and working with specialist research equipment would be desirable.


On a personal level, going above and beyond to deliver exceptional support to our students and staff will be your core motivation. You will impart practical knowledge to students that they will take with them in their future careers. Constantly seeking to improve, you'll scrutinise your own work, build private and public sector networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty's reputation in higher education and occupational circles.

The Faculty

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The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences combines Kingston Business School and the School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences. Driven by a forward-thinking approach, the Faculty is dynamic, innovative and ambitious. We focus on business and social challenges that impact us all such as decision making, sustainable development and individual resilience.


Together, the Schools strive to nurture socially responsible, well-informed and actively engaged members of society who graduate as adaptable, ambitious and solutions-focused professionals.


Practical experience and real-life learning are at the heart of our degrees. Our graduates will be equipped with the skills to manage and navigate a world that needs employees to be digitally skilled and to have highly developed people management skills, emotional intelligence as well as innovative, entrepreneurial drive.

Further information

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This is a full-time, fixed term position until 26th April 2027 with a starting salary of 39,407 per annum.


This fixed term position is available as a result of maternity leave and it is expected that you will hold it for the full period. However, should the substantive post-holder on maternity leave exercise their right to return to work earlier, then this appointment will be terminated, subject to a notice period of one month.


Interviews are expected to be held in person on 5th March 2026.


For informal enquiries relating to this role, please contact Prof Rachel Wilcock, Head of Department of Psychology.


Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students' identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.


We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.


Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.


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