Ph.D. and Postdoc Positions: The Philipps-Universität Marburg invites applications for Ph.D. and postdoc positions in the field of affective disorders research as part of the SFB/TRR 393 “Trajectories of affective disorders” project. This project, funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft, aims to investigate the various trajectories of affective disorders, their neurobiology, and their impact on patients.
Ph.D. and Postdoc Positions in Affective Disorders Research at Philipps-Universität Marburg
Designation:
- Ph.D. Candidate (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin/Doktorand*in)
- Postdoctoral Researcher (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin/Postdoktorand*in)
Research Area:
The research focuses on the causes of relapses following periods of improvement and gathers long-term data from patients using various methods including smartphones, clinical interviews, MRI, and epigenetics. It also involves behavioral studies with neurobiological measurements and interventions in rodent models of affective disorders.
Location:
Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- For Ph.D. Candidates: Completed scientific university studies (Diploma, Master’s, or equivalent) in psychology, neuroscience, medicine, linguistics, pharmacy, biology, applied computer science, or related fields.
- For Postdoctoral Researchers: In addition to the above, a completed doctorate (Ph.D.) is required.
- Experience or a keen interest in clinical-psychiatric and psychotherapeutic research.
- Proficiency in scientific, particularly quantitative methods, and a willingness to further develop methodological skills.
- Interest in interdisciplinary cooperation in a large research consortium with diverse support structures.
- German language proficiency at native level for projects involving subject recruitment.
- For projects involving animal models, evidence of expertise in animal experimentation and research experience with laboratory animals, ideally in the context of affective disorder models.
Job Description:
The selected candidates will be involved in scientific services in research, with specific tasks varying depending on the project. They will work in interdisciplinary teams, utilize expertise from different disciplines, and contribute to publications. The positions offer the opportunity for independent scientific work leading to personal academic qualification.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications by August 11, 2024, using the application button provided on the website. In their application, candidates should specify the projects they are interested in working on.
Last Date for Apply:
August 11, 2024
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