Research associate (m/f/x) for the CRC 1844 \"Episodic Memory\", Subproject A01 \"Neocortical mechanisms of generative episodic memory\"

Ruhr University Bochum; Bochum; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

Die Ruhr-Universität Bochum sucht eine/n Forschungsmitarbeiter/in (m/w/d) für das CRC 1844 „Episodic Memory“ im Teilprojekt A01 „Neocortical mechanisms of generative episodic memory“ für eine befristete Teilzeitstelle (75%), ab dem 01.01.2027, vorbehaltlich der Mittelbewilligung. Der Arbeitsbereich verbindet Verhalten, Bildgebung und KI, um memory traces und Informationsfluss zu analysieren.

Sie verfügen über einen Masterabschluss in Psychologie, Kognitionswissenschaft oder einem verwandten

Qualifications

• Masterabschluss in Psychologie, Kognitionswissenschaft oder verwandtem Fach.
• Gute Programmier- und Statistikkenntnisse.
• Vorzugsweise Erfahrung mit intrakranieller EEG/EEG.
• Selbstständige Arbeitsweise, strukturierte Vorgehensweise und Ergebnisorientierung.
• Interdisziplinäres Teamgefühl und Zusammenarbeit mit Forschenden und medizinischen Fachkräften.

Responsibilities

• Entwicklung experimenteller Paradigmen.
• Analyse und Publikation intrakranieller EEG-Daten.
• Enger Austausch mit PIs und ECRs aus anderen Teilprojekten.

Skills

Programmierkenntnisse

Statistikkenntnisse

Intrakranielle EEG/EEG-Erfahrung (Vorz

Education

Masterabschluss in Psychologie oder verwandtem Fach

Job description

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Faculty of Psychology : AE Neuropsychology CRC 1844 \"Episodic Memory\"

In order to fill a fixed-term position in part-time (29.87 hours/week = 75%) from 01.01.2027, pending funding approval, we are looking for one

Research associate (m/f/x) for the CRC 1844 \"Episodic Memory\", Subproject A01 \"Neocortical mechanisms of generative episodic memory\"

The Department of Neuropsychology investigates the neural basis of learning, memory, and spatial navigation in humans. We combine state-of-the-art methods of cognitive neuroscience (fMRI at 3T and 7T, intracranial EEG, human single cell recordings) with approaches from AI. A particular focus is the analysis of event-specific memory traces using multivariate analysis methods (e.g., representational similarity analysis and deep neural network models). Our long-term vision is to identify the neural traces of memories for specific events, their transformation during learning and memory consolidation, and their impairment in neurodegenerative and psychiatric diseases. More information on our group can be found here: http://www.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/neuropsy/indexE.htmThe position is part of the Collaborative Research Center “Episodic Memory” (CRC 1844), an interdisciplinary consortium consisting of researchers from psychology, computational neuroscience, philosophy, and neuroscience. The basis for our research is the Scenario Construction Framework which conceptualizes episodic memory as mental simulations of past episodes, constructed from episodic memory traces and semantic information. As a part of this team, you will be trained in interdisciplinary research and have access to a broad spectrum of initiatives to support you in your academic journey.In this specific subproject, PIs Yee Lee Shing (Goethe University Frankfurt) and PI Nikolai Axmacher (Ruhr University Bochum) will join forces to elucidate the neural mechanisms of scenario construction at the level of cortical layers and oscillation frequencies that correspond to feedforward, feedback, and lateral processing of information. Using the same experimental paradigm, we will integrate empirical evidence from ultra-high field 7T fMRI and intracranial EEG to capture spatiotemporal dynamics of memory-related information flow involving sensory inputs, episodic memory traces, and semantic information during scenario construction. The PhD student in the Axmacher group will be responsible for acquiring and analyzing intracranial EEG data.

We are looking for an enthusiastic researcher with a Master\'s degree in psychology, cognitive science, or a related field and strong programming and statistical skills to carry out the proposed project.

Your tasks:

• Developement of experimental paradigms
• Analysis and publication of intercranial EEG data
• Close collaboration with PIs and ECRs from other subprojects

Your profile:

• Master\'s degree in psychology, cognitive science or a related field
• Strong programming and statistical skills
• Prior experience with intercranial EEG/EEG is an advantage
• Working independently, in a structured manner, and with a focus on results
• Enjoy working as part of an interdisciplinary team of researchers and medical professionals

We offer:

Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, Collaboration in a committed and appreciative team, Extensive training and professional development opportunities, A job in the heart of the lively Ruhr metropolitan region with its diverse cultural offerings

Further information:

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.

Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum.

If the position is funded by third-party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

This position is being advertised subject to project approval.

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. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.

German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).

https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/daf/mitarbeitende/index.html.en

The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact [e-mail].

The Ruhr-Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr-Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

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.

Contact persons for further information:

Joachim Koenen, Tel.: [phone]
Prof. Dr. Nikolai Axmacher

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 2026-10-19. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 6197.

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