University Assistant postdoctoral

University of Vienna (JOBCENTER); Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 59.000 - 81.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible hours

Remote/hybrid options

Part-time option

Zusammenfassung

The University of Vienna invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Behavioral and Cognitive Biology. The appointee will study cognitive neuroscience of language, multilingualism and spatial cognition, with emphasis on entorhinal cortex grids and cognitive maps, and will work on advanced neuroimaging analyses.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in Biology/Life Sciences or Biomedical Engineering, with strong background in fMRI data processing and English/German language

Qualifikationen

• PhD in Life Sciences or Biology with brain function focus.
• Experience in advanced brain imaging analyses (fMRI, grid-like responses).
• Strong English and German language skills, at least C1.

Aufgaben

• Conduct postdoctoral research in cognitive neuroscience of language.
• Publish internationally and present at conferences.
• Contribute to teaching and department administration.
• Supervise students and participate in evaluations.

Kenntnisse

Cognitive neuroscience

Multilingualism

Team player

English (C1)

German (C1)

Ausbildung

PhD in Life Sciences

Biomedical Engineering degree

Tools

SPM Toolbox

FSL

Freesurfer

fMRIPrep

CONN-Toolbox

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Universität Wien Research Field Neurosciences » Other Language sciences » Linguistics Biological sciences » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Application Deadline 6 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country Austria Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week 40 Offer Starting Date 1 Dec 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The University of Vienna is a community of over 10,000 individuals, including approximately 7,500 academic staff members, who passionately pursue answers to the profound questions that shape our future. Fueled by curiosity and a deep sense of duty, they contribute invaluable insights to research and teaching, enriching our society. Are you inspired and driven by the desire to make a meaningful impact? We are currently seeking a/an

University Assistant postdoctoral

50 Faculty of Life Sciences
Startdate: 01.12.2026 | Working hours: 40 | Collective bargaining agreement: §48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)
Limited until: 30.06.2029
Reference no.: 5966

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you're passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let's shape the future together!

The Department of Behavioral and Cognitive Biology is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work in the research group of Prof. Narly Golestani. Applicants should have a strong interest and track record of research expertise in the cognitive neuroscience of language, multilingualism and spatial cognition, including entorhinal cortex based spatial grids and cognitive maps. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Biomedical Engineering, with a PhD in Natural Sciences/Life Sciences and a dissertation field of Biology. Experience in advanced analysis of fMRI (specifically, analysis of grid-like responses in the entorhinal cortex, resting state connectivity, Neuroimaging pipelines (SPM-Toolbox, FSL, Freesurfer, fMRIPrep, CONN-Toolbox) and of structural MRI data is required.

Active participation in research, teaching & administration.

The successful candidate will participate in the Department's research, teaching (to the extent regulated by the collective bargaining agreement) and administration.
This involves

• Developing and strengthening the independent research profile
• International publications and presentations
• Supervision of students
• Participation in evaluation measures and quality assurance
• Involvement in the department administration as well as in teaching and research administration

This is part of your personality:

• Completed doctoral/PhD studies in Biology
• Dissertation in the field of brain function and structure (ideally in relation to multilingualism and memory)
• Background in biomedical engineering
• Experience in advanced analysis of brain functional and structural data
• Very good English and German skills (B1)
• Team player with strong social / communication skills
• Very good English and German skills (at least C1), preferably good French skills (at least B2)
• Team player with strong social/ communication skills

Additional Information

What we offer:

Work-life balance: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

Inspiring working atmosphere: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

Good public transport connections: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

Internal further training & Coaching: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from - free of charge.

Fixed-term contract and fair salary: The basic salary of EUR 5.014,30 (gross salary on full-time basis,14 times a year). This can be higher if we can credit professional experience.

Equal opportunities for all: We welcome every additional/new personality to the team!