[Eeglablist] Position available: Non-invasive neuromodulation in Magdeburg, Germany (Postdoc (100%) or PhD student (65%))

tino.zaehle at med.ovgu.de tino.zaehle at med.ovgu.de
Thu Mar 20 06:32:56 PDT 2025


Dear all,



My group (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.zaehlelab.org__;!!Mih3wA!D-UI53laaW4t-1GTlDH0Sn0nW7of2ec_ek-h8rkj1gv9vhBz4BZfpYAcqvlaNW6-8pMnBV0TKe5YwWJ9KcAwEqQNmJajpRg$ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.zaehlelab.org__;!!Mih3wA!D-UI53laaW4t-1GTlDH0Sn0nW7of2ec_ek-h8rkj1gv9vhBz4BZfpYAcqvlaNW6-8pMnBV0TKe5YwWJ9KcAwEqQNmJajpRg$ >) at the Institute for Medical Psychology and the Department of Neurology at the Otto-von Guericke University (Magdeburg, Germany) offers a position as Postdoctoral researcher (100%) or Doctoral researcher (65%) (f/m/d) for a duration until the end of December 2027.



About the Project



The objective of the project is to assess the viability and effectiveness of a non-invasive neuromodulation approach in the home environment for the management of fatigue symptoms. The primary responsibility of the candidate will be the administration and coordination of this clinical study, as well as the performance of complementary scientific studies combining non-invasive neuromodulation and neurophysiological measures (EEG, MEG, MRI).





Your profile



·             A highly motivated, team-minded scientist.

·             Strong interest in the psychology and neuroscience.

·             High degree of scientific creativity, passion, and rigor.

·             Experience with decoding of MEG, EEG, or MRI data is a strong plus, or else will have to be acquired quickly.

·             High proficiency in spoken German is mandatory for the communication with the patients.

·             Suitable candidates applying for Postdoctoral position should have a PhD in psychology, neuroscience, engineering (with a previous focus on neuroscience), or related.

·             We are looking for ambitious candidates who aim for a career in academia, for which we will provide ample support. Due to various local funding options, Magdeburg is particularly attractive as neuroscience hub for young scientists on track to their first own group leadership.



What we offer



·             A young & interdisciplinary team.

·             Flat hierarchies & strong early career support.

·             State-of-the-art research facilities, including MEG and 7 T MRI scanner.

·             Methodological support by leading experts.

·             No obligation to teach (but possible if desired).

·             Possibility to present data at several national and international conferences.

·             Employment, remuneration and social benefits according to the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states (TV-L)



·             Equal opportunities and the compatibility of career and family as part of our personnel policy.

·             The position is offered for a duration until end of December 2027 (in accordance with the availability of funds and individual requirements). The preferred start date is as soon as possible. The salary is based on TV-L E 13.



How to apply



Send a single PDF-file with 1) Cover letter (max 1.5 pages) providing a description of previous and current research work and achievements, research interests and, importantly, motivation to enter this particular project and pursue a career in academia; 2) Curriculum vitae, including a list of publications; 3) contact details of two scientists who can provide references.



tino.zaehle at med.ovgu.de<mailto:tino.zaehle at med.ovgu.de>



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