Saarland University , Saarbrücken , Germany
PhD Position in Developme ntal Cognitive Neuroscience, Saarland
University (Germany) – Kennziffer W1478
A 3-year doctoral position is available at Saarland University (Germany) ,
Department of Psychology to work with Dr. Jutta Kray and Dr. Axel Mecklinger .
The successful candidate will contribute to a research project that examines the
age -related and cultural -related differences in episodic memory, its neuronal
correlates and its modification by the training of specific memory strategies . The
doctoral fellow will be involved in all aspects of the project , including planning
and implementing behavio ral and EEG/ERP experiments, data collection and
anal yses, presenting study results at international conferences, wri ting
manuscripts, and recruiting participants.
For further information, please contact: Dr. Jutta Kray ( j.kray@mx.uni -
saarland.de ).
Required Qualifications :
- M.Sc. (or equivalent) in psychology, neuroscience, cognitive s cience or
related field
- Strong academic record
- Strong background in experimental p sychology , excellent statistical skills,
and experience with conducting experimental research
- Excellent skills in written and spoken English
- Inherent interest in cognitive and affective neuroscience, cognitive control,
and adolescent brain development
- Expertise with EEG/ERP methods and programing skills (preferably
Matlab) are desirable
Terms:
- The position is available from April 1, 2019 or later for a maximum of 3
years
- Salary scale TV -L E13 (50%)
Saarland University is interested in increasing the number of w omen on its
scientific staff. We therefore strongly encourage applications from women.
Interested applicants should send a CV, a statement of research interests, copies
of relevant certificates, and names of 2 references to Dr. Jutta Kray at
j.kray@mx.uni -saarland.de , preferably by February 28 th, 2019 . Later applications
will be considered until the position is filled.