Research Associate (Postdoc) in Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience

Institution: Faculty of Psychology and Human Movement Science, Institute of Psychology, Biological Psychology and Neuropsychology
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: 01.04.2025, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).The contract provides for a maximum extension of up to three years depending on the associate’s achievements during the first stage. Providing that a position is available and that requirements have been fulfilled, the associate may apply for temporary civil servant status in accordance with Section 28 subsection 2 HmbHG.
Application deadline: 26.02.2025
Scope of work: full-time position suitable for part-time

Your responsibilities
Duties include teaching and research in the respective department or institute. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications as well as acquire teaching experience. These duties are intended to promote academic achievement. Therefore, at least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the associate’s own academic work.

The position is funded by the University of Hamburg and comes with a teaching commitment of 4 hours per week (LVS) in Biopsychology and Experimental Psychology (mostly in English). The postdoc will develop and coordinate behavioral and neuroscience studies focusing on multisensory processing and neuroplasticity. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong interest in developmental studies in infants/children and/or in individuals with a sensory, in particular visual deprivation. Key responsibilities include the elaboration of research designs, the coordination of data acquisition, data analysis and publication of research findings. Other tasks are supporting the preparation of grant proposals and writing progress reports, as well as co/supervising PhD candidates, and Master and Bachelor students.

Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field, plus doctorate.

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a doctorate in Psychology, (Developmental) Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or a related field. The successful candidate has a strong background in (Developmental) Cognitive Neuroscience, documented with first-authored publications. Excellent knowledge in experimental psychology and statistics, experience with at least one neuroscience method (preferably brain imaging or EEG), and good programming skills are required for this position. International research experience is highly desirable. We are looking for a candidate who enjoys working as part of a team in our lab and office space at the UHH and at partner institutes abroad.

We offer
Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
Continuing education opportunities
University pensions
Attractive location
Flexible working hours
Work-life balance opportunities
Health management, EGYM Wellpass
Educational leave
30 days of vacation per annum

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Contact
Prof. Dr. Brigitte Röder
brigitte.roeder@uni-hamburg.de
+49 40 42838-3251

PD Dr. Patrick Bruns
patrick.bruns@uni-hamburg.de
+49 40 42838-2622

Reference number
23

Location
Von-Melle-Park 11
20146 Hamburg

Application deadline
26.02.2025

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
cover letter
CV
copies of degree certificate(s)
please name two references

If you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.

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