the Biological Psychology group at the Department of Psychology of the
University of Giessen, Germany. The position is in accordance with
German federal law (§ 2 WissZeitVG and § 65 HHG).
The project will investigate how motivational stimuli are processed in
the human dopaminergic system and how these processes affect
cognition, in particular long-term memory and decision-making. The
work involves fMRI, genetic analysis and psychopharmacology.
Interested candidates are encouraged to develop computational
modelling skills. Additional duties include teaching an undergraduate
seminar on biological psychology (2 h/week, approx. 30 weeks/calendar
year, according to state law). Research and teaching duties are in
accordance with German federal law (§ 65 HHG).
The department offers a research-dedicated MRI scanner with peripheral
physiology equipment, EEG facilities and access to a genetics lab
through local collaboration. We encourage research visits at
collaborating institutes abroad.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates with a Master’s (or
equivalent) degree in neuroscience, psychology, biology or a related
field and with a strong interest in cognitive neuroscience.
Proficiency in English is expected; programming skills in Matlab and
experience with fMRI are an advantage.
The position is funded for 1 year (50% TV-H 13 if requirements are
met), with the possibility of extension for 2 more years, from
December 2011 (starting date is flexible). The University of Giessen
is seeking to increase the number of women in academic research; women
are therefore strongly encouraged to apply. The action plan for women
and work requires the university to increase the proportion of female
staff. Justus Liebig University is a family-friendly university.
Applicants with children are welcome.
Please send your CV, transcripts or degree certificates, a brief
statement of research interests and contact details of two referees to
the President of the Justus Liebig University Giessen, Erwin-Stein-
Building, Goethestrasse 58, 35390 Giessen under file number
575/48216/06. The deadline for applications is 17 Nov 2011. Please
send a copy by e-mail to Prof. Dr. Bianca Wittmann at
bianca.wittmann@psychol.uni-giessen.de. Applications of eligible,
fully qualified disabled people will be prioritized.
For further details, please contact Bianca Wittmann:
Phone +49-641-9926 160, E-mail bianca.wittmann@psychol.uni-giessen.de