Postdoctoral Researcher

Overview

Faculty of Medicine: Chair of Social Neuroscience. The Department of Social Neuroscience at the Faculty of Medicine is part of the Research Center One Health Ruhr of the University Alliance Ruhr and investigates the neurobiological mechanisms of social processes in humans. The Ruhr University Bochum offers an excellent scientific environment with the best opportunities for collaboration. In order to fill a fixed‑term position in full time (39,83 hours / week) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x).

Position details

The position is a qualifying position under the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG) with the possibility of developing new research foci after the doctorate or conducting own research projects in preparation for a habilitation. The research should align with the department’s areas of focus. The position is initially to be filled for a period of two years. Scope: full time. Duration: fixed‑term, two years. Start: earliest possible date. Apply by 2026‑01‑08.

Responsibilities

• Participation in research projects according to the focus of the department.
• Conduct experimental studies (design studies, conduct data analysis, etc.).
• Presentation of the results at scientific conferences.
• Publication of the results in English‑language journals.
• Co‑supervision of research assistants and student theses.
• Teaching duties in accordance with the teaching obligations of the state of North Rhine‑Westphalia.

Qualifications

• PhD in psychology, neuroscience, or a related field (at least thesis submitted).
• High level of commitment and the ability to work independently.
• Very good knowledge of English.
• Programming skills (Matlab, R, etc.).
• Interest in a scientific career.
• Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the relevant research methods (fMRI, fNIRS, EEG, psychophysiology, or tDCS).
• Knowledge of German is an advantage, but not mandatory.

Benefits and Details

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV‑L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E13 TV‑L. RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).

Address

RUHR‑UNIVERSITÄT BOCHUM 44801 Bochum Universitätsstraße 150

Further information

Application portal: Further information can be found at (in German).

Contact

Prof. Dr. Dirk Scheele, Tel.: . Frau Iman Omeirat, Tel.: . Please contact

Accessibility and EEO

The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.

Other details

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed. We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026‑01‑08. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5121.