Research Assistant at the Donders Centre for Cognition: The Body Positioning System
Nijmegen, Netherlands
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Support research on how touch is located in three-dimensional body space at the Donders Centre for Cognition. Work includes collecting and analysing EEG data and studying neural oscillations and sensorimotor transformations, with virtual reality and robotic or finger-extending devices. The appointment is 0.35–0.4 FTE for nine months, with an intended start on 1 November 2026. Apply online by 30 September 2026 using the employer’s linked form.
Requirements
Master’s in cognitive neuroscience, AI, psychology, cognitive science, engineering or a related discipline; quantitative research skills and programming in MATLAB, Python, R or C/C++.
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