Research Associate (PhD Student) Scholarship : The Carl Gustav Carus University Hospital, part of Dresden University Medicine, is offering a Research Associate (PhD Student) position focused on Psychosocial Medicine and Developmental Neurosciences. This opportunity is ideal for candidates interested in high-performance medicine and innovative research aimed at understanding eating and weight disorders.
Research Associate (PhD Student) Scholarship in Psychosocial Medicine and Developmental Neurosciences
Designation:
Research Associate (PhD Student) (f/m/d)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | May 10, 2025 |
| Term | 36 months |
| Working Hours | Part-time |
| Salary | Remuneration in salary group E13 according to TV-L |
Research Area:
Psychosocial Medicine and Developmental Neurosciences, specifically focusing on the biological mechanisms relating to eating and weight disorders using advanced imaging techniques.
Location:
Dresden University Hospital, Dresden, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Successful master’s or diploma degree in psychology, neuroscience, biology, biomedicine, physics, computer science, engineering, data science, or a related field.
- Aiming for a doctorate in natural sciences.
- Sound knowledge of statistical methods (e.g., ANCOVA, GLM, LME) required.
- Previous research experience with peer-reviewed publications is advantageous.
- Interest in neuroscience and experience with neural imaging data analysis is a plus.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Fluent in English; basic knowledge of German preferred.
- Strong personal commitment to a scientific career.
Description:
The successful candidate will engage in research focusing on the development and maintenance of eating and weight disorders, utilizing MRI and other neuroimaging methods alongside machine learning techniques for data analysis. Participation in international collaborations and opportunities for short-term research stays abroad are also integral to this position. The role includes presenting findings at conferences, publishing in scientific journals, and supervising interns and medical students.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply online, preferably, to expedite the recruitment process. Written applications may also be submitted (including a stamped and addressed envelope), ensuring no disadvantages during the selection process.
Last Date for Apply:
May 10, 2025
For further details, please visit the Dresden University Medical website or refer to the relevant project page on the ENIGMA consortium’s website.
