Are you interested in the intersection between neurodivergence, language processing and spirituality? Would you like to be part of a team of academics from psychology, philosophy and religious studies from Universities across the UK?
The UoL has been awarded a large grant entitled ‘God, Language and Diversity: Multilingualism, Neurodiversity and Spiritual Flourishing’ funded by the John Templeton Foundation. This grant brings together five subprojects from around the UK looking at topics such as autism, dyslexia, aphasia, mutism and multilingualism. You will play a key role in delivering the (insert project name) subproject working with Drs Nash & Leidenhag. You will be involved in recruiting participants, data collection, data entry and dissemination activities.
We are looking for someone who has a background in psychology research methods, who is personable, open minded and compassionate towards neurodivergent individuals, and who is able to work independently in a well-organised manner.
What we offer in return:
- 26 days' holiday plus approx. 16 Bank Holidays/days (pro rata) that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – that’s 42 days a year!
- Generous pension scheme plus life assurance
- Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.?
- Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team, and self-development courses including languages, Creative Writing, Wellbeing Therapies and much more.?
- Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.?
And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Dr Hannah Nash, Associate Professor in Psychology or Dr Joanna Leidenhag, Associate Professor Theology & Philosophy
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
Working at Leeds
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Our University
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