MRI Postdoc: Cognitive Neuroscience of Language & Reading

University of Modena and Reggio Emilia; Italia; On-site; EUR 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Modena and Reggio Emilia in Italy invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in cognitive neuroscience of language, starting January 2027. The role is part of the ERC READy project, led by Prof.

Sendy Caffarra, focusing on linking brain structure to reading behavior, with opportunities for teaching and supervision. Ideal candidates have a PhD in Neuroscience or related fields, strong dMRI expertise, and programming skills in Python and R.

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience or related field.
• Strong expertise in diffusion MRI (dMRI) methods for reading processing.
• Programming experience in Python and R.
• Experience with HPC systems and statistical modeling (LMMs, Bayesian).
• Excellent written and oral communication; ability to present to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cognitive neuroscience of language postdoctoral research.
• Contribute to the ERC Consolidator READy project and READy consortium.
• Develop and apply multi-method data analyses and reporting.
• Engage in teaching, supervision of junior researchers and grant-related activities.

Skills

dMRI methods

Programming (Python, R)

Statistical methods (LMMs, Bayesian)

Excellent written & oral communication

Education

PhD in Neuroscience or related field

Tools

Python

R

Job description

The University of Modena and Reggio Emilia in Italy invites applications for a two-year postdoctoral position in cognitive neuroscience of language, starting January 2027. The role is part of the ERC READy project, led by Prof.

Sendy Caffarra, focusing on linking brain structure to reading behavior, with opportunities for teaching and supervision. Ideal candidates have a PhD in Neuroscience or related fields, strong dMRI expertise, and programming skills in Python and R.