PhD Position in 'Neuroscience of Motivation in Neurorehabilitation' 80 %

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The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, is committed to fostering a vibrant working atmosphere that values expertise and provides opportunities for growth in various professional fields. With a workforce of approximately 10,000 employees and a comprehensive selection of professional apprenticeship streams, we offer a compelling environment for talent and innovation in cutting-edge research and top-notch education.

Your Responsibilities

• Implementation of a cognitive and motor task-based reward paradigm.
• Hands-on data acquisition of high-density EEG and heart rate measurements.
• Development of new study designs and participant recruitment.
• Advanced signal processing.
• Dissemination of research findings through scientific publications and presentations.

Your Profile

We seek individuals who possess:

• A Master’s degree (or nearing completion) in neuroscience, psychology, neurophysiology, biomedical engineering, health sciences and technology, or a related field.
• A strong interest in technical skills, particularly in programming (e.g. Matlab, Python) and data analysis.
• Desirable experience with EEG.
• Strong communication skills alongside scientific and creative reasoning.
• A collaborative spirit with a structured, reliable, proactive, and well-organized personality.
• A genuine interest and aptitude for working with vulnerable populations.
• Flexibility to travel to Vienna and attend international conferences.
• Native or excellent (C1) proficiency in German and English.
• A valid driving license and a valid Swiss work permit, or eligibility to obtain one.

Explore the potential to grow and make a difference with us at the University of Zurich!