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3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from Aston University SYNGAP1 is a rare neurodevelopmental condition, associated with autism, epilepsy and intellectual disability. Children with SYNGAP1 often experience poor sleep (e.g. difficulty falling asleep and night waking), and caregivers express concerns about overnight safety which are often overlooked. Research in these areas is critical as they significantly impact quality of life for children and their caregivers. Role Description The PhD Student will be responsible for conducting in-depth quantitative and qualitative research with children with SYNGAP1 associated syndrome and their families. Day-to-day tasks also include attending seminars and lab meetings, collaborating with faculty and other researchers, and contributing to academic discussions and publications. The role may also involve some teaching responsibilities and attendance at conferences. Qualifications Strong academic track record (ideally a first class degree in Psychology or a related field, or a 2:1 and Masters in a relevant area) Proficiency in data collection and analysis methodologies Excellent writing and communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an academic setting Strong organisational and time management skills For further details and to apply click here: Seniority levelSeniority level Internship Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Education and Training Industries Higher Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Aston University by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Doctoral Student” roles.West Midlands, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago PhD studentship in Cyber-Physical Resilience for Power Systems (UK Home Student)Coventry, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago West Midlands, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago PhD Studentship: Neuronal Network Activity and Plasticity in Human Cortical OrganoidsWest Midlands, England, United Kingdom 4 weeks ago PhD position on Facilitating Decentralised Personal Data Governance with Knowledge Graphs and LLMsBirmingham, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Associate Professor in Sustainability (Education) (Dubai) - School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences - 105664 - Grade 9Birmingham, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr