Neuroethology & Social Cognition Researcher (Sheep)

INRAE; Nouzilly; On-site; EUR 27,501 - 32,941; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days of annual leave

15 days Reduction of Working Time

Parenting support

Skills development systems

Social support

Holiday vouchers

Sports and cultural activities

Collective catering

Job summary

A leading French public research organization is seeking a researcher for a permanent position in Nouzilly. The successful candidate will conduct research on the impact of social environments on sheep mental states, utilizing neuroimaging techniques like EEG and MRI. A PhD in behavioral neuroscience and experience in functional neuroimaging are essential. The role offers 30 days of annual leave plus additional benefits. This position is ideal for those passionate about agricultural and animal welfare research.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in behavioural neuroscience required.
• Experience in functional neuroimaging and ethology or cognition.
• Experience with large animal species advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct integrative research in neuroscience, ethology, and endocrinology.
• Focus on the social environment's impact on sheep mental states.
• Design social environments enhancing animal welfare.

Skills

Behavioural neuroscience

Functional neuroimaging

Ethology

Cognition

Fluency in English

Education

PhD or equivalent in behavioural neuroscience

Tools

Electroencephalography

MRI

Job description

A leading French public research organization is seeking a researcher for a permanent position in Nouzilly. The successful candidate will conduct research on the impact of social environments on sheep mental states, utilizing neuroimaging techniques like EEG and MRI. A PhD in behavioral neuroscience and experience in functional neuroimaging are essential. The role offers 30 days of annual leave plus additional benefits. This position is ideal for those passionate about agricultural and animal welfare research.