Research Associate (PhD Position) “Neural correlates of visual perceptual learning”

Research Associate for the Project “Neural correlates of visual perceptual learning” § 28 Subsection 3 HmbHG

Institution: Faculty of Psychology and Human Movement Science, Institute of Psychology, Biological Psychology and Neuropsychology
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: 01.03.2026, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline: 04.02.2026
Scope of work: part-time
Weekly hours: 65 % of standard work hours per week

Your responsibilities
In the period from 01.03.2026 until 29.02.2028 duties include academic services in the project named above.

In the period from 01.03.2028 until 28.02.2029 duties primarily include research.

Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications. They may also pursue doctoral studies outside of working duties.

The position is funded by the Hector Fellow Academy (HFA, first two years) and the University of Hamburg (third year). The PhD project will address plasticity of the visual neural system in humans in the context of visual perceptual learning, both in healthy and visually impaired individuals.

Your profile
A university degree in a relevant field.

The candidate is expected to have a university degree with a very good final grade in Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or a related field. The successful candidate has a background in behavioral and neuroscience studies in humans. We are expecting an extensive background in experimental psychology, familiarity with at least one neuroscience method, very high English proficiency, a thorough education in statistics, and good programming skills. Experience with research in children or in special groups are of advantage. We are looking for a candidate who enjoys working as part of a team in our lab and office space, both in Germany and India.

We offer
Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements
Continuing education opportunities
University pensions
Attractive location
Flexible working hours
Work-life balance opportunities
Health management, EGYM Wellpass
Educational leave
30 days of vacation per annum

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Contact
Prof. Dr. Brigitte Röder
[email protected]
+49 40 2395-23251

PD Dr. Patrick Bruns
[email protected]
+49 40 2395-22622

Reference number
1

Location
Von-Melle-Park 11
20146 Hamburg

Application deadline
04.02.2026

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:
cover letter
CV
copies of degree certificate(s)

If you experience technical problems, send an email to [email protected]

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