Research associates will be expected primarily to teach and conduct research. The research associate will also have the opportunity to pursue further academic qualifications, in particular a doctoral dissertation. At least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the research associate’s own academic work.
- collaboration in research projects in the field of ‘Physical Activity and Neurocognition’ – neuroscientific processes and health correlates of physical activity are investigated in the research laboratory
- participation in and use of the laboratories of the Health Science department (e.g. EEG, fNIRS, EMG, SC, eye tracking, facial expression, ECG)
- planning, conducting and analysing experiments/studies
- presentation of studies at international conferences
- publications in international journals with peer review process
- support in acquiring third-party funding
- teaching in the field of health science (2 LVS)
- collaboration in academic self-administration
- academic qualification (PhD)
Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field.
- very good university degree in psychology, neuroscience, exercise/sport science, health science (or related subject areas) (level: Master’s degree, diploma, state examination)
- familiarity with the publication process in scientific journals
- strong interest (and experience) in experimental neuroscience research
- several years of experience in dealing with at least one neuropsychological measurement method (e.g. EEG, fNIRS, fMRI)
- very good knowledge of methods, programming and quantitative statistics (e.g. R, Matlab, Python, PsychoPy, SPSS)
- very good knowledge of English
- strong teamwork and communication skills, high level of commitment, initiative and willingness to learn
We offer
- Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
- Continuing education opportunities
- University pensions
- Attractive location
- Flexible working hours
- Work-life balance opportunities
- Health management, EGYM Wellpass
- Educational leave
- 30 days of vacation per annum
- very good opportunities for scientific interaction and development in a working group and opportunities for interdisciplinary research in a research-strong Faculty of Psychology and Human Movement Science
- very good access to laboratory equipment and research infrastructure
Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.
Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.
Instructions for applying
Contact
Reference number
Location
Mollerstraße 10
20148 Hamburg
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Application deadline
Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
- cover letter
- CV
- copies of degree certificate(s)
If you experience technical problems, send an email to bewerbungen@uni-hamburg.de.
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