Postdoc in Neural Mechanisms : Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU), a research university founded in 1607, invites applications for the position of Postdoc in the research area of Neural Mechanisms of Action and Perception. The position is part of the externally funded project “Neural mechanisms underlying action-based predictions and their effects on perception” at the Professorship of Systems Neuroscience of Mental Illness, Department of Psychiatry at the Faculty of Medicine. The successful candidate will join a new lab passionate about the human brain and cognitive neuroscience. The position offers a flexible starting date (preferably as soon as possible) and is limited until December 31, 2025.
Summary Table:
- Designation: Postdoc (m/f/d) in Neural Mechanisms of Action and Perception
- Research Area: Neural Mechanisms of Action and Perception
- Location: Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU), Germany
- Starting Date: Flexible, preferably as soon as possible
- Contract Duration: Limited until December 31, 2025
- Salary: In accordance with the collective labor agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV-H)
- Application Deadline: August 17th, 2023
- Reference Number: 480/11
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Completed Master’s or equivalent university degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or a related field.
- Doctorate degree (or in the process of completing a PhD).
- Basic theoretical knowledge in the area of (visual) cognitive neuroscience.
- Experience with independently collecting fMRI data.
- Experience with fMRI data analysis.
- Very good programming skills (Matlab and/or Python).
- Very good English skills in both spoken and written form.
Job Description:
- Work on the externally funded project “Neural mechanisms underlying action-based predictions and their effects on perception.”
- Investigate how action-based predictions affect perception and neural processing using fMRI, MVPA, and retinotopic mapping.
- Conceive, implement, and analyze fMRI and behavioral studies.
- Present research results at scientific conferences and in publications.
Your Offer to You:
- A varied job with flexible working hours.
- Membership in a new lab focused on cognitive neuroscience and solving interesting problems.
- Collaboration with a large group of perception researchers in Giessen, with numerous opportunities for qualification, collaboration, and exchange.
- Free use of local public transport (LandesTicket Hessen).
- Over 100 training seminars, workshops, and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development.
- Wide range of health and sports activities.
- Remuneration according to TV-H (collective labor agreement), company pension scheme, child allowance, and special payments.
- Good compatibility of family and career (certificate “audit familiengerechte hochschule”).
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply via the online form by August 17th, 2023, using the reference number 480/11. Please submit the following documents:
- Up-to-date CV.
- A letter detailing your research experience and your fit with the advertised position.
- Certificates.
- Contact details for 2 references.
For any further questions, please contact Prof. Dr. Bianca van Kemenade by email at bianca.van-kemenade@psychiat.med.uni-giessen.de.
Note: JLU aims to employ more women in academic research, and female candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. The university is family-friendly, and applicants with children are welcome. Applications from disabled individuals of equal aptitude will be given preference.
