Research Associate/PhD student (m, f, d) (75 %)

Leibniz-Institut für Arbeitsforschung an der TU Dortmund; Dortmund; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 57.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Public service benefits

Doctoral degree support

Flexible working hours

Interdisciplinary environment

Good public transport access

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Ergonomics at IfADo invites applications for a Part-time Research Associate/PhD student (75%) in Dortmund. The role aims to study the neurocognitive bases of working memory with EEG experiments, with MRI options on site.

A doctoral degree opportunity is available, and the position is initially limited to three years. Requirements include a Master’s in neuroscience or psychology, excellent English, strong methodological skills, and EEG data experience is desirable.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in neuroscience, psychology or a comparable field.
• Very good English; language certificate (C1) preferred if not a native speaker.
• Strong methodological skills demonstrated in the Master's thesis.
• Desirable experience in EEG data acquisition and analysis.
• Independent work style, team spirit, and enthusiasm for rigorous research.

Aufgaben

• Conduct research on neurocognitive foundations of working memory using EEG.
• Collaborate in an interdisciplinary team and contribute to data collection and analysis.
• Pursue a doctoral degree with institutional support and mentor guidance.

Kenntnisse

English proficiency

EEG data analysis

Methodological skills

Independence & teamwork

Ausbildung

Master's degree in neuroscience/psychology

Tools

EEG equipment

MRI scanner on site

Jobbeschreibung

The Forschungsgesellschaft für Arbeitsphysiologie und Arbeitsschutz e.V. is an institutionally funded research organization supported by the German Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs and the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, and it is the sponsoring institution of the Leibniz Research Centre for Working Environment and Human Factors at TU Dortmund (IfADo). IfADo investigates the risks and potentials of modern work using interdisciplinary approaches, combining the disciplines of ergonomics, immunology, toxicology, psychology, and neuroscience.

At the earliest possible date, the Department of Ergonomics is seeking to appoint a

Part-time Research Associate/PhD student (m, f, d) (75 %)

with the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree

The position is initially limited for three years

The successful candidate will conduct research within a project investigating the neurocognitive foundations of working memory, with a particular focus on the interaction between working memory and long-term memory. Most of the data will be collected in EEG experiments. An MRI scanner with functional imaging capabilities is also available on site.

Your qualification:

• A master´s degree or diploma in neuroscience, psychology or a comparable field
• Very good command of English; applicants who are not native English speakers should preferably provide a relevant language certificate (C 1)
• Very good methodological skills, demonstrated through previous academic work completed during the degree programme, particularly the Master’s thesis
• Experience in the acquisition and analysis of EEG data is also desirable
• A high level of independence, team spirit, scientific diligence, and enthusiasm for methodologically demanding research

Our offer:

• A part-time position with currently 29,87 working hours per week
• Remuneration according to TV-L E 13, EUR 3.569,53 to EUR 5.073,52 per month, depending on personal qualifications
• All benefits associated with public service employment, e.g. an annual bonus and the payment of capital-forming benefits
• Flexible working hours and support to help you balance family and professional responsibilities
• Integration into an international and interdisciplinary research environment
• The opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree and support for professional development
• A positive working environment within a collegial team
• Good access to laboratory resources
• An interesting and varied position
• Good accessibility by public transport
• An attractive region with a wide range of cultural activities

IfADo is committed to diversity. We benefit from the diverse expertise, perspectives, and personalities of our employees and welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of age, gender or gender identity, ethnic or cultural background, religion or belief, sexual orientation or identity, or disability.

Applicants with severe disabilities will be given special consideration if equally qualified.

We actively support the compatibility of work and family life and place great value on an equal and inclusive culture of collaboration.

General information about the research centre can be found at www.ifado.de.

For questions, please contact:

Dr. Daniel Schneider, [e-mail], Tel.: [phone]