The University of Oldenburg is seeking to fill the following position:
Doctoral student
| Paygrade | E13 TV-L |
|---|---|
| Working Hours | 65% |
| Institution | School VI of Medicine and Health Sciences, Applied Neurocognitive Psychology Lab, Department of Psychology |
| Location | Oldenburg (Oldb) |
| Application Deadline | 10.12.2025 |
| First day of work | as soon as possible |
| Limited | for three years |
About us
The School VI of Medicine and Health Sciences comprises the fields of human medicine, medical physics and acoustics, neurosciences, psychology and health services research. Together with the four regional hospitals, School VI forms the University Medicine Oldenburg. Furthermore, the university cooperates closely with the University Medicine of the University of Groningen.
The Applied Neurocognitive Psychology group investigates human cognition in realistic situations using cutting edge data driven analysis methods.
Your tasks
- Research on the alignment of brain and machine learning systems supporting cognitive function in realistic settings.
- Dissemination and science communication like publications in peer reviewed journals, conference presentations, and publication of code.
- Data acquisition
- Contribution in the practical parts of the modules HCI/BCI and Statistical Learning.
- Engagement in lab tasks and activities is expected
Your profile
Required qualifications:
We are seeking candidates with experience and profound knowledge in foundations functional alignment techniques, latent space methods and machine learning. An intermediate level of understanding of the mathematical foundations of these techniques is necessary. Candidates are expected to have experience in fMRI research, an academic university degree in the field of psychology, biology, computer science, physics, engineering, or a related discipline and must be fluent in oral and written English.
We offer
- Payment in accordance with collective bargaining law (special annual payment, public service pension scheme, asset-related benefits) incl. 30 days annual leave
- Support and guidance during your onboarding phase
- A family-friendly environment with flexible working hours (flexitime)
- Benefits from the university's health promotion programme
- An extensive and free further education programme as well as programmes geared toward the promotion of early career researchers (https://uol.de/en/school6/early-career)
Our standards
The University of Oldenburg is dedicated to increase the percentage of female employees in the field of science. Therefore, female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. In accordance to § 21 Section 3 NHG, female candidates with equal qualifications will be preferentially considered. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference in case of equal qualification.
Further information
There is the possibility of personal scientific qualification [doctorate].
Contact
For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Jochem Rieger.
Apply now
Please send your application via e-mail by 10.12.2025 to
Please send your application including a cover letter, CV, a list of potential referees, links to recent publications, and copies of certificates for academic grades to Prof. Rieger as an email attachment in one pdf file.
Alternatively, paper applications can be sent to Prof. Dr. Jochem Rieger, Department of Psychology, Carl von Ossietzky Universität Oldenburg, 26111 Oldenburg, Germany.
Benefits at University of Oldenburg
30 days vacation
Secure remuneration according to collective agreement
Company pension scheme
Further education opportunities
Flexible working hours
Health management
Remote working
Compatibility of career and family
Support with childcare
University Sports Centre
Certificate Bicycle-friendly employer
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