The Max-Planck-Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (MPI–CBS) in Leipzig and its newly established Max Planck Research Group “Early Social Development”, led by Tobias Grossmann, are now offering Postdoc and PhD positions in developmental psychology.

Postdoc applicants: Successful candidates will have a PhD in psychology, cognitive science, or neuroscience. They will share our enthusiasm in tackling questions on social and emotional development in infancy and early childhood, and ideally already have demonstrated this by contributing to the field. Prior experience with either EEG, fNIRS, or eye-tracking is expected, and an interest in further applying and combining methods in their research is highly desirable. They should also have a solid methods background, hands-on experience in problems of data and statistical analysis, and should be willing to co-supervise PhD and Masters’ students in the group. The position offered does not include any teaching obligations.

PhD applicants: The candidates must have a Masters degree (or equivalent) in psychology, cognitive sciences, neuroscience, or medicine. Proficiency in oral and written English is required.

The “Early Social Development” Group will officially start in April 2012. Starting date for all positions is flexible. Salary is dependent on experience and based on MPI stipends or equivalent salary according to German public service regulations.

The research will be conducted at the MPI–CBS in Leipzig, Germany, an internationally leading centre for cognitive and brain sciences. Our institute offers a very international and friendly environment with an excellent infrastructure.

For further details please contact Dr Tobias Grossmann (grossman@cbs.mpg.de).

Application

In order to increase the proportion of female staff members, applications from female scientists are particularly encouraged. Preference will be given to disabled persons with the same qualification.

Applications (max 5MB) should be sent to personal@cbs.mpg.de as a single pdf file including the following documents: a cover letter (max. 2 pages) that also specifies your future research interests; a CV; up to three representative reprints (Postdoc applicants only); and 2 reference letters.

The application should be sent using the code “PD1/12” for Postdoc or ” D1/12” for PhD applications in the email subject line.

This call remains open until the position is filled.

Max Planck Institute
for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences
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04103 Leipzig