PhD Fellowship in Biological Psychology — PRIME Project

University of Stavanger; Norway; On-site; NOK 522,000 - 638,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Norwegian language courses

Lifekeys mental health support

State Salary Scale pay

Inclusive Workplace

Public transportation discounted (Hjem

Job summary

The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a position as PhD Fellow in Biological Psychology in the Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Psychology. The fellowship leads to a doctoral degree and offers research experience, courses, and a public defence of the thesis.

The successful candidate will join the PSYENCE programme with mentoring, coursework, and an independent project under the PRIME project led by Professor Bianka Karshikoff.

Qualifications

• Five-year master's degree in psychology, neuroscience, biomedicine, cognitive science, or related field.
• Master's thesis grade and weighted average grade must be B or better.
• If completing autumn 2026, you may apply.

Skills

English proficiency

Quantitative methods

Statistical analysis

Independent work

Collaboration skills

Education

Master's degree in psychology or related field

Job description

The University of Stavanger invites applicants for a position as PhD Fellow in Biological Psychology in the Faculty of Social Sciences, Department of Psychology. The fellowship leads to a doctoral degree and offers research experience, courses, and a public defence of the thesis.

The successful candidate will join the PSYENCE programme with mentoring, coursework, and an independent project under the PRIME project led by Professor Bianka Karshikoff.