4 Postdoc/ RA Positions: University of Reading 2580 views

Position 1: Postdoctoral Research Assistant for Urban Tree Thermal Performance

An exciting post-doc research position has become available for an ambitious candidate to join a team in urban green space research at the University of Reading. The candidate will benefit from being within a wider academic community carrying out vibrant and well-resourced programs of studies into urban ecology, urban climate and sustainable buildings.

School / Function: School of the Built Environment

Department: Construction Management & Engineering

Closing Date: 30/09/2018

Position 2: Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Earth Observation (or System Engineer)

The successful applicant will perform research on the validation and merging of water vapour observations from international satellite instruments within ESA’s Water Vapour Climate Change Initiative, with the goal to produce high-quality climate data records.

School / Function: School of Mathematical Physical & Computational Sciences

Department: Meteorology

Closing Date: 14/09/2018

Position 3: Research Assistant in Psychology and Cognitive/Social Neuroscience

We require a talented junior (MSc-level) researcher is required to work on an interdisciplinary project on human intrinsic rewards (e.g. curiosity), learning, and decision making using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) under the supervision of Dr. Kou Murayama.

School / Function: School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Department: Psychology

Closing Date: 19/09/2018

Position 4: Research Technician

The School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences is seeking to appoint a Research Technician who will provide project support to students, and leadership on related undergraduate activities. This academic role combines teaching with the hands-on application of research skills and experience.

School / Function: School of Psychology & Clinical Language Sciences

Closing Date: 31/08/2018