Lead Cognitive Neuroscience Lab - EEG, Eye Tracking & AI

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary scale 11-12

0.8 FTE

Holiday leave 232 hours

8% holiday allowance

8.3% end-of-year bonus

ABP pension

Commuting allowance

Job summary

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam seeks an Assistant Professor to develop a theory-driven experimental programme on neural mechanisms of human cognition. The role emphasizes EEG, eye tracking, and computational methods, with collaboration across the Cognitive Psychology section and beyond.

You will build a research group, supervise PhD candidates, teach in bachelor and research master programs, and contribute to administration.

Qualifications

• PhD in cognitive neuroscience, AI, or related field.
• Strong research record in cognitive neuroscience methods is valued.
• Ability to secure external funding and lead a team.

Responsibilities

• Establish and lead a research group in cognitive neuroscience.
• Develop an innovative, internationally visible research programme.
• Publish high-quality research in leading journals.
• Secure external funding via grants.
• Teach and coordinate courses in bachelor/master programs.
• Supervise students and junior researchers.
• Contribute to teaching programme development and collaboration.

Skills

EEG

Eye tracking

Computational approaches

Leadership experience

Education

PhD in cognitive neuroscience, AI, or related discipline

Job description

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam seeks an Assistant Professor to develop a theory-driven experimental programme on neural mechanisms of human cognition. The role emphasizes EEG, eye tracking, and computational methods, with collaboration across the Cognitive Psychology section and beyond.

You will build a research group, supervise PhD candidates, teach in bachelor and research master programs, and contribute to administration.