Postdoctoral Researcher — Autobiographical Memory Capture and Cognitive Intervention

Otto-von-Guericke University Magdeburg; Magdeburg; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 72.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Childcare support

Mentoring and career development

Interdisciplinary collaborations

Access to research infrastructure

Zusammenfassung

Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Position within CRC 1436. The successful candidate develops an independent research program in autobiographical memory and cognitive intervention, integrating high-field fMRI with mobile cognitive assessment.

The role emphasizes scientific creativity, leadership, and collaboration across DZNE, LIN, and the university. Eligible candidates hold a PhD within 3 years and will receive structured career development

Qualifikationen

• PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, or related field (≤3 years post-PhD).
• Track record of independent research and scientific creativity.
• Ability to develop a competitive, innovative research program.

Aufgaben

• Develop an independent postdoctoral research program aligned with CRC 1436 objectives.
• Advance the Autobiographical Memory and Cognitive Intervention project.
• Collaborate with DZNE, LIN, and other partners; pursue external funding.

Kenntnisse

Scientific excellence

Independent research

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Leadership potential

Ausbildung

PhD in psychology or neuroscience

Tools

High-field fMRI

Smartphone-based cognitive assessment

Jobbeschreibung

The Collaborative Research Center 1436 invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Position (m/f/d) at the Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg and theOtto von Guericke University Magdeburg Faculty of Medicine.

This position is designed to support outstanding early-career scientists in developing an independent research profile within the broad scientific framework of CRC 1436. Successful candidates will pursue their own innovative research projects that complement and extend the existing research activities of the CRC 1436.

Appointments will be offered under a 3+3-year funding model at the Medical Faculty and Faculty of Natural Science, subject to successful CRC 1436 evaluation. The positions provide a unique opportunity to establish scientific independence while benefiting from the collaborative environment of one of Germany’s leading neuroscience community.

Research Environment

The successful candidates will be integrated into the vibrant research environment of CRC 1436, with the Otto von Guericke University, the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE), and the Leibniz Institute for Neurobiology (LIN). They are expected to develop an independent line of research that contributes to the scientific goals of the CRC 1436 while opening new perspectives for future collaborative projects. the position will be supervised by Dr David Berron.

A central objective of this position is the preparation of the successful candidate for a future role as Early Career Researcher within the third funding phase of CRC 1436. Candidates are therefore expected to demonstrate scientific creativity, independence, and the potential to establish a competitive research program.

Within defined limits, successful applicants will receive access to research funds for consumables, travel, and other project-related expenses.

The Position:

Autobiographical Memory Capture and Cognitive Intervention:The project investigates whether self-recorded everyday memories, rather than standardized lab stimuli, can serve as both diagnostic markers and personalized training material to support cognitive reserve in preclinical Alzheimer’s disease, combining high-field functional MRI with smartphone-based digital cognitive assessment and digital intervention.Keywords: autobiographical memory, cognitive reserve, self-generated stimuli, event segmentation, high-field fMRI, smartphone-based digital assessment, memory training, preclinical Alzheimer’s disease.

Candidate Profile:

Applicants should hold a PhD in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, or a related field (no more than 3 years after Ph.D. – parental leave is taken into account) and have an outstanding track record relative to their career stage. We welcome applications from researchers whose expertise aligns with or complements the scientific objectives of CRC 1436. For more information, please visit www.sfb1436.de.

• Scientific excellence and originality
• Evidence of independent research achievements
• A clear vision for a competitive and innovative research program
• Strong motivation to contribute to a collaborative interdisciplinary research environment
• Potential to develop into future scientific leaders

What we offer:

• Independent postdoctoral research position within a highly visible Collaborative Research Centre associated with the Clinical Cognitive Neuroscience group at DZNE (PI: David Berron)
• Long-term career development perspective through 3+3 year funding models
• Access to excellent research infrastructure and interdisciplinary collaborations
• Integration into a vibrant community of neuroscience
• Mentoring and career development opportunities
• Work and family in harmony: Through Klinikzwerge, childcare may be available, subject to availability.
• Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg is committed to increasing the proportion of women in research and leadership positions. We particularly encourage qualified female researchers to apply. Applications from individuals with disabilities will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal qualification.

For further questions, please contact Dr. Julia Rödiger ([e-mail]) or Dr. David Berron ([e-mail])

Terms and Conditions:

Salary: The salary group E 13 according to “ Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder.” awaits you.

Appointment: The position is to be filled on a full-time basis as soon as possible, for a fixed term of three years (with the possibility of extension for another three years upon successful application for the third funding period of SFB 1436).

Application Deadline: 15.10.2026.