SummDoctoral Researcher/PhD Position: The University of Marburg, in collaboration with Boehringer Ingelheim, offers a three-year part-time doctoral research position in the field of Social and Affective Neuroscience. The project focuses on the analysis of rodent behavior using advanced machine-learning techniques to enhance drug safety in pharmaceutical research.
Designation
Doctoral Researcher/PhD Position
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Registration Number | fb04-0021-wmz-2025 |
| Entry Date | As soon as possible |
| Application Deadline | 27 July 2025 |
| Salary | E 13 TV-H (Part-time, 65%) |
| Duration | 3 Years |
| Location | Biberach an der Riß, Baden-Württemberg & Philipps University, Marburg, Hesse |
Research Area
Social and Affective Neuroscience
Location
- Boehringer Ingelheim, Biberach an der Riß, Baden-Württemberg, Germany
- Philipps University, Marburg, Hesse, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- MSc degree or equivalent in psychology, biology, pharmacology, neuroscience, or a related field
- Substantial knowledge of statistics and programming (e.g., R, SPSS) and advanced programming skills (R, Matlab, or Python)
- Initial laboratory research experience, preferably in rodent behavior
- Strong teamwork, organizational skills, and self-motivation
- Very good proficiency in spoken and written English
Description
The position involves:
- Scientific services in research
- Development of statistical analyses and computational models for behavioral data
- Measurement of internal states through behavioral fingerprinting
- Expansion of research collaboration including international partners
- Opportunities for independent research leading to a doctoral degree
Applicants will benefit from mentorship, access to resources, networking opportunities, and professional development support throughout their doctoral journey.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online by 27 July 2025, following the application instructions provided on the official website.
Last Date to Apply
27 July 2025
For more information, contact Prof. Dr. Markus Wöhr at +49 6421-28 23612 or via email at woehrm@staff.uni-marburg.de. Women and applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
