School VI 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, Faculty VI forms the University Medicine Oldenburg. Furthermore, there is close cooperation with the University Medicine of the University of Groningen.

In the Department for Psychology is available

1 PhD position (m/f/d)

(E13 TV-L, 75%)

starting as soon as possible for an initially limited period of 3 years. There is the possibility of personal scientific qualification [doctorate].

The DFG-funded Research Training Group “Neuromodulation of Motor and Cognitive Function in Brain Health and Disease” (GRK 2783) aims to understand neural mechanisms of non-invasive neuromodulatory approaches and promote technology development to improve motor and cognitive functions in patients with stroke and Parkinson’s Disease. PhD students will receive a comprehensive and transdisciplinary training in the field of neuromodulation (magnetic/electric brain stimulation, psychopharmacology and neurofeedback) and specialize in state-of-the-art neuroimaging and neurophysiological methods, experience sampling, patient’s expectations or sensor-based assessment of brain activity and behaviour in daily life scenarios.

Candidates should hold (or hold at the date of employment) an academic university degree (Master or equivalent), practical scientific experience in the project relevant field and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary environment. Good oral and written English skills are essential. Prior experience in programming is favourable for all projects. Details about the project and required qualifications are listed on our website and below:
https://uol.de/en/neuromodulation/open-positions

P13 How to translate neuromodulation into routine care?

PI: Brütt
Collaborator: Hildebrandt, Hein

The implementation of neuromodulation should be informed by the perspectives of those who will ultimately use it. In the forefront, patients can offer valuable input regarding how they perceive neuromodulation interventions, including their effects, benefits, and potential harms, as well as the mechanisms of action and any barriers and facilitators for its translation to routine care. This PhD project will aim to explore patients’ expectations and preferences regarding neuromodulation, as well as identify barriers and facilitators for the translation of neuromodulation techniques into routine care from the patients’ perspectives.
Applicants should hold a degree (master or equivalent) in health sciences, psychology, or a related discipline. Prior experience with qualitative data analysis, including software skills (e.g., MAXQDA), is required. As candidates are expected to interview patients with stroke and Parkinson’s Disease, proficiency in German is essential (native speaker or C2). Workplace is Oldenburg.

We offer:

• Payment in accordance with collective bargaining law (special annual payment, company pension scheme, asset-related benefits) incl. 30 days annual leave
• Option for 4^th year funding to complete the PhD
• Support and guidance during your induction phase
• A family-friendly environment with flexible working hours (flexitime) and the possibility of pro-rata mobile work
• Benefits from the company's health promotion programme
• An extensive free further education programme as well as our own scientific promotion of young academics (https://uol.de/medizin/nachwuchs)

The University of Oldenburg aims to increase the proportion of women in the academic field. Therefore, women are strongly encouraged to apply. According to § 21 para. 3 NHG, female applicants should be given preferential consideration if their qualifications are equivalent. Severely disabled people are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

Please send your electronic application (as one single pdf file) including a cover letter, CV, publication list (if applicable), list of two potential referees, and copies of certificates of academic grades to the RTG Office . Please indicate which Project(s) you are interested in. The application deadline is 17th of July 2024. For general questions contact .