We are looking for an early career researcher with a genuine love for knowledge discovery, a capacity for innovation, and a strong collaborative ethic.

You will have a PhD in Psychology related to education and developmental psychology, alongside a track record of academic achievement which demonstrates your potential to lead an independent programme of research within the school.

ou will be able to incorporate your knowledge, expertise and experiences into exciting learning opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate students. Researchers in the School are supported by excellent facilities, which you can explore here: https://www.keele.ac.uk/psychology/aboutus/equipmentandfacilities/

The School of Psychology works within a framework of open science, and it is expected that the successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to these principles.

The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to teaching on our suite of undergraduate (accredited by the British Psychological Society) and postgraduate courses.

They will be supported to undertake a PGDip in Higher Education Practice to obtain Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (unless they hold an equivalent qualification)

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff.

In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site 'outstanding' nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience.

With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 15,000 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University values equity and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Abigail Locke on [email protected]. Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held on: 5 May 2026