Research Fellow in Computational Neuroscience - School of Psychology - 107383 - Grade 8

This 2-year MRC-funded Research Fellow position at the University of Birmingham (School of Psychology, IDAI, and CHBH) focuses on computational neuroscience approaches to understanding and mitigating misinformation. The post-holder will lead neuroimaging work, using fMRI to investigate how the brain’s Default Mode Network processes trustworthy and false information. They will develop scalable psychophysiological markers of critical thinking and contribute to translating neurocognitive insights into an AI system that supports reflective decision-making. Working within an interdisciplinary team, the researcher will design and deliver high-quality studies, publish findings, and support broader project goals spanning neuroscience, data science, and societal impact.