Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Bioelectronics and Neuroengineering for PainUniversity

Location: Department of Engineering Science, Institute of Biomedical Engineering, Old Road Campus Research Building, Headington OX3 7DQ

Are you passionate about pioneering neurotechnology to transform lives affected by chronic pain? Join the University of Oxford’s EPIONE programme, a six-year EPSRC-funded initiative that brings together leading researchers from Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, and Glasgow to develop next-generation brain stimulation and modulation systems.

We are looking for a Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Bioelectronics and Neuroengineering to join the team at the Institute of Biomedical Engineering within the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford. The post is full-time and fixed term for up to 4.5 years (the EPSRC grant ends in September 2031).

About the role

We are seeking a talented and driven Postdoctoral Research Assistant to contribute to the design and implementation of novel engineering technologies for chronic pain. You will work on advanced brain-machine interfaces and non-invasive stimulation systems, integrating real-time behavioural and brain activity monitoring to deliver closed-loop interventions. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to the establishment and optimisation of these experimental systems in compliance with regulatory requirements within the host group, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to clinical translation efforts.

You will work with Professor Tim Denison’s Brain Engineering Lab at Oxford’s Institute of Biomedical Engineering, collaborating with the Oxford Centre for Integrative Neuroimaging, MRC BNDU, and the Oxford Health NIHR BRC.

About you

You will hold a PhD in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, or a related field, and have experience in the development of technological systems for real-time human data processing in interactive settings. Technical expertise in areas such as electrophysiological recording, VR paradigm design, closed-loop algorithm development, or clinical neuroscience is highly desirable.

We are looking for someone with:

Experience in real-time human data processing

Advanced programming skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C)

A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills

A commitment to high-quality research and innovation

What we offer

Your happiness and wellbeing at work matters to us, so we offer a range of family friendly and financial benefits including:

An excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days annual leave

A comprehensive range of childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

The University also runs an enormous number of social groups and sports clubs for those looking for more than just a great place to work.

Application process

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Leen Van Broeck ([email protected]).

For more information about working at the Department, see  www.eng.ox.ac.uk/about/work-with-us/.

Only online applications received before midday on Monday, 23 November 2026 can be considered. You will be required to upload a covering letter/supporting statement, (describing how past experience fit with the advertised position), CV and the details of two referees as part of your online application.

The Department holds an Athena Swan Bronze award, highlighting its commitment to promoting women in Science, Engineering and Technology.

£39,434 to £47,779 per annum, with a discretionary range to £53,483 per annum (Inclusive of the Oxford University Weighting): Grade 7