Doctoral Position (m,f,x) in Computational Neuroscience (Project Z02)

Study episodic memory through a digital serious game that connects laboratory research with citizen science. The doctoral researcher will analyse behavioural data, adapt laboratory experiments with the Cologne Game Lab, validate the resulting memory measures, and relate performance to demographic and psychological information with the German Center for Mental Health. The work enables large-scale, longitudinal studies, including memory changes preceding psychopathology.

The 75% appointment is planned from 1 January 2027 until 31 December 2030, subject to funding approval, with TV-L E13 pay where applicable. Applicants need an excellent relevant master’s degree, modelling and statistical skills, strong Python or equivalent programming, neuroscience research experience and English communication skills.

Relevant master’s degree; modelling, statistical analysis and programming skills; English communication. Submit one PDF through the university application portal.