Research Associate in Health Science (Physical Activity and Neurocognition) § 28 subsection 1 HmbHG

Hamburg Center for Health Economics; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Hamburg Center for Health Economics is seeking a part-time Research Associate to engage in teaching and research, particularly within the domain of Physical Activity and Neurocognition. The position offers opportunities for a doctoral dissertation and collaboration on research projects in a vibrant academic environment committed to equity and diversity.

Leistungen

Continuing education opportunities

Flexible working hours

30 days of vacation per annum

Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements

Health management, EGYM Wellpass

Qualifikationen

• University degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with neuropsychological measurement methods (e.g., EEG, fNIRS).
• Familiarity with the publication process in scientific journals.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research in 'Physical Activity and Neurocognition'.
• Plan and analyze experiments/studies.
• Teach in the field of health science.

Kenntnisse

Experimental neuroscience research

Teamwork

Communication skills

Quantitative statistics

Programming (R, Matlab, Python)

Ausbildung

Master's degree in psychology, neuroscience, exercise/sport science

Tools

EEG

fNIRS

SPSS

Jobbeschreibung

InstitutionFaculty of Psychology and Human Movement Science, Chair of Health Science

Salary levelEGR. 13 TV-L

Start dateas soon as possible, the initial fixed term is three years. (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).

Application deadline15.07.2025

Scope of workpart-time

Weekly hours50 % of standard work hours per week

Your responsibilities

Research associates will be expected primarily to teach and conduct research. The research associate will also have the opportunity to pursue further academic qualifications, in particular a doctoral dissertation. At least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the research associate’s own academic work.

• collaboration in research projects in the field of ‘Physical Activity and Neurocognition’ - neuroscientific processes and health correlates of physical activity are investigated in the research laboratory
• participation in and use of the laboratories of the Health Science department (e.g. EEG, fNIRS, EMG, SC, eye tracking, facial expression, ECG)
• planning, conducting and analysing experiments/studies
• presentation of studies at international conferences
• publications in international journals with peer review process
• support in acquiring third-party funding
• teaching in the field of health science (2 LVS)
• collaboration in academic self-administration
• academic qualification (PhD)
  
  

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field.

• very good university degree in psychology, neuroscience, exercise/sport science, health science (or related subject areas) (level: Master's degree, diploma, state examination)
• familiarity with the publication process in scientific journals
• strong interest (and experience) in experimental neuroscience research
• several years of experience in dealing with at least one neuropsychological measurement method (e.g. EEG, fNIRS, fMRI)
• very good knowledge of methods, programming and quantitative statistics (e.g. R, Matlab, Python, PsychoPy, SPSS)
• very good knowledge of English
• strong teamwork and communication skills, high level of commitment, initiative and willingness to learn
  
  

We offer

• Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
• Continuing education opportunities
• University pensions
• Attractive location
• Flexible working hours
• Work-life balance opportunities
• Health management, EGYM Wellpass
• Educational leave
• 30 days of vacation per annum
• very good opportunities for scientific interaction and development in a working group and opportunities for interdisciplinary research in a research-strong Faculty of Psychology and Human Movement Science
• very good access to laboratory equipment and research infrastructure
  
  

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Contact

Prof. Dr. phil. habil. Mirko Wegner

[e-mail]

[phone]

Reference number

175

Location

Mollerstraße 10

20148 Hamburg

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Application deadline

15.07.2025

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:

• cover letter
• CV
• copies of degree certificate(s)
  
  

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