William Smith

William recently completed his Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Nottingham and now works as a scientific advisor to The Beckley Foundation.

He specializes in the neuropsychology of personality and emotion and has presented his work to an international audience. He has a diverse background in research and writing, and recently completed work on a book on the neuropsychology of performance.

His passion is communication, and applying science to fuel positive lifestyle changes.

Work Experience

• 2021-Present – Scientific Assistant to the Director, The Beckley Foundation
• 2020-2021 – Literary Researcher and Editor, private client (Book currently in-press)
• 2020-2021 – Private Tutor, Cherwell College
• 2019-2020 – Research Associate, The Rights Lab
• 2017-2020 – Assistant Teacher (Psychology Methods), University of Nottingham

Education & Degrees

• 2017-2022 – Ph.D. Psychology – University of Nottingham, UK
• 2016-2017 – MSc Psychology Research Methods – University of Nottingham, UK
• 2013-2016 – BSc Neuroscience and Cognitive Science – University of Sussex, UK