Psychology Assistant: Grey matter in Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s

Psychology Assistant at Cardiff University working with Roche and CUBRIC to study grey matter changes in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s using advanced imaging.

We are looking to appoint a Psychology Assistant to work on a collaboration between Roche and the Cardiff University Brain Research Imaging Centre (CUBRIC) that will capitalise on CUBRIC’s unique ability to non-invasively quantify both macro and microscopic changes in grey matter (alongside white matter) to quantify and understand the early evolution of grey matter changes in patients with Parkinson’s disease (PD) and Alzheimer’s disease (AD).

Candidates should hold a degree in Psychology or Neuroscience, possess a valid driving licence with access to a vehicle for travel to Llandough and St Davids hospitals, and have experience of dealing with human participants.

As the biggest university in Wales – and a major employer, with more than 7,000 staff – we are an ambitious and innovative university located in a beautiful and thriving capital city. We can offer you the chance to work in a vibrant organisation, with great benefits and opportunities for progression.

This post is part time (21 hours per week) to be worked Wednesday to Friday, and fixed-term until 31st July 2027.

Salary: £28,031 – £31,236 per annum, pro-rata (Grade 4).  It is not expected to appoint above the first point of the scale Grade 4.18, £28,031 per annum.

Closing date:  Wednesday, 12 November 2025

Cardiff University is committed to supporting and promoting equality and diversity and to creating an inclusive working environment. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds.  We therefore welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of sex, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, trans identity, relationship status, religion or belief, caring responsibilities, or age.  In supporting our employees to achieve a balance between their work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.