Postdoctoral positions in Decision Neuroscience

Trinity College Dublin; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in Dublin is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral position in Decision Neuroscience. The successful candidate will engage in research within the Irrationality Lab, focusing on the dynamics of decision-making processes. An applicable background in neuroscience and experience in experimental and computational research are essential for this role, with an attractive salary package aligned with postdoctoral scales.

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a strong background in human decision neuroscience.
• Experience with computational modelling is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills and research vision.

Responsibilities

• Engage in research at the intersection of decision neuroscience and cognitive computational neuroscience.
• Conduct experiments and analysis related to decision-making.
• Work collaboratively in the Irrationality Lab.

Skills

Experimental research

Analytical research

Computational research

Cognitive neuroscience

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Job description

Postdoctoral positions in Decision Neuroscience

Position: Post-doctoral Position

Deadline: 15 January 2026

Employment Start Date: 1 April 2026

Contract Length: 3 years (minimum)

City: Dublin

Country: Ireland

Institution: Trinity College Dublin

Department: Institute of Neuroscience

Description:

The Institute of Neuroscience and the School of Psychology at Trinity College Dublin invite applications for multiple postdoctoral positions in the Irrationality Lab, led by Prof. Konstantinos Tsetsos.

Successful applicants will engage in experimental, analytical, and computational research at the intersection of human decision neuroscience and cognitive computational neuroscience.

These positions are funded by the European Research Council (ERC) Consolidator Grant “The Dynamics of Attribute Weighting in Multiattribute Choice” (DYNATT). The project investigates how the human brain shapes, maintains, and revises preferences for different attributes during decision-making, combining magnetoencephalography (OPM-MEG), computational modelling, and behavioural experiments.

Key Details

• Appointments of at least three years, with flexible start dates up to November 2026
• Salary commensurate with experience and aligned with IUA postdoctoral scales

Documents to Provide

• A cover letter up to one page describing research vision, skills, career goals and motivation to apply for the position.
• A detailed CV, including the contact information of two referees.
• Two samples of work.

To apply and for informal enquiries please contact Konstantinos Tsetsos: [e-mail]

Address: 42a Pearse St, Dublin, D02 PX31, Ireland