Postdoctoral Researcher

Ruhr University Bochum; Bochum; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 55.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research university in Bochum is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Researcher to join their Social Neuroscience department. This position offers a competitive salary under the TV-L E13 pay scale and is aimed at independent research development. Ideal candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field and possess strong programming skills alongside good English proficiency. This role provides an opportunity to contribute to innovative research in a vibrant academic setting.

Leistungen

Competitive salary based on the TV-L E13 agreement

Opportunity for career development

Diversity and equal opportunity initiatives

Qualifikationen

• PhD or at least submitted thesis in related field.
• Ability to work independently and commitment to research.
• Knowledge of German is an advantage, but not mandatory.

Aufgaben

• Participate in research projects aligned with department focus.
• Conduct experimental studies and data analysis.
• Supervise research assistants and student theses.

Kenntnisse

Programming skills (Matlab, R, etc.)

Very good knowledge of English

Demonstrated expertise in research methods (fMRI, fNIRS, EEG, psychophysiology, tDCS)

Ausbildung

PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Faculty of Medicine: Chair of Social Neuroscience. The Department of Social Neuroscience at the Faculty of Medicine is part of the Research Center One Health Ruhr of the University Alliance Ruhr and investigates the neurobiological mechanisms of social processes in humans. The Ruhr University Bochum offers an excellent scientific environment with the best opportunities for collaboration. In order to fill a fixed‑term position in full time (39,83 hours / week) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x).

Position details

The position is a qualifying position under the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG) with the possibility of developing new research foci after the doctorate or conducting own research projects in preparation for a habilitation. The research should align with the department’s areas of focus. The position is initially to be filled for a period of two years. Scope: full time. Duration: fixed‑term, two years. Start: earliest possible date. Apply by 2026‑01‑08.

Responsibilities

• Participation in research projects according to the focus of the department.
• Conduct experimental studies (design studies, conduct data analysis, etc.).
• Presentation of the results at scientific conferences.
• Publication of the results in English‑language journals.
• Co‑supervision of research assistants and student theses.
• Teaching duties in accordance with the teaching obligations of the state of North Rhine‑Westphalia.

Qualifications

• PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field (at least thesis submitted).
• High level of commitment and the ability to work independently.
• Very good knowledge of English.
• Programming skills (Matlab, R, etc.).
• Interest in a scientific career.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the relevant research methods (fMRI, fNIRS, EEG, psychophysiology, or tDCS).
• Knowledge of German is an advantage, but not mandatory.

Benefits and Details

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV‑L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV‑L. RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).

Address

RUHR‑UNIVERSITÄT BOCHUM 44801 Bochum Universitätsstraße 150

Further information

Application portal: https://uni.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/de/stellenangebote. Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).

Contact

Prof. Dr. Dirk Scheele, Tel.: [phone]. Frau Iman Omeirat, Tel.: [phone]. Please contact [e-mail].

Accessibility and EEO

The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.

Other details

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed. We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026‑01‑08. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5121.