Postdoctoral Fellow in Cognitive Psychology Stockholm University, Department of Psychology

Stockholm University, Sweden Postdoctoral Fellow in Cognitive Psychology Ref. No. SU FV-0626-16 Closing date: 30/05/2016 at the Department of Psychology. Closing date: 2016-05-30. The Department of Psychology is a part of the Faculty for Social Sciences and is one of the largest departments at Stockholm University. Our courses span all levels from undergraduate to PhD and the department comprises over 160 members of staff. The department is divided into six research areas, including the Division of Cognitive Psychology and its Stockholmcognitionlab where this postdoctoral position is placed at. Project description The aim of the project is to develop neurocognitive model of individual differences in multiple task performance. The empirical studies of the project aim to advance our understanding of everyday multitasking using a combination of behavioral recording, brain imaging, and theoretical modelling. Main responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the diferent phases of the research project, including planning of empirical studies, data collection and scientific communication. Qualification requirements Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country in cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience or related discipline. Graduate students who are in the final stages of their PhD will also be considered. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in experimental research in cognitive psychology and should have strong analytical skills. Experience of programming, cognitive training and brain imaging is also desirable. Assessment criteria The degree should have been completed no more than three years before the deadline for applications. An older degree may be acceptable under special circumstances, which may involve sick leave, parental leave, clinical attachment, elected positions in trade unions, or similar. In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research skills. The decision will also be based on the applicant’s ability to collaborate and communicate with others. Terms of employment The position involves full-time employment for a maximum of two years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date 1 September 2016 or as per agreement. Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all. Contact Further information about the position can be obtained from the Head of the Department, Professor Håkan Fischer, telephone: +46 8 16 23 57, hakan.fischer@psychology.su.se, or Professor Timo Mäntylä, telephone: +46 8 16 20 08, tim.mantyla@psychology.su.se. Union representatives Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone: +46 8 16 20 00 (operator), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone: +46 70 316 43 41. Application Apply for the position at Stockholm University’s recruitment system by clicking the “Apply” button. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline. Please include the following information with your application Your contact details and personal data Your highest degree Your language skills Contact details for 2–3 references and, in addition, please include the following documents Cover letter CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of publications Research proposal (no more than 3 pages) describing: – why you are interested in the field/project described in the advertisement – why and how you wish to complete the project – what makes you suitable for the project in question Copy of PhD diploma Letters of recommendation (no more than 3 files) Publications in support of your application (no more than 3 files). You are welcome to apply! Stockholm University – our education and research produce results. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy

Stockholm University, Sweden

Postdoctoral Fellow in Cognitive Psychology

Ref. No. SU FV-0626-16
Closing date: 30/05/2016

at the Department of Psychology. Closing date: 2016-05-30.

The Department of Psychology is a part of the Faculty for Social Sciences and is one of the largest departments at Stockholm University. Our courses span all levels from undergraduate to PhD and the department comprises over 160 members of staff. The department is divided into six research areas, including the Division of Cognitive Psychology and its Stockholmcognitionlab where this postdoctoral position is placed at.

Project description

The aim of the project is to develop neurocognitive model of individual differences in multiple task performance. The empirical studies of the project aim to advance our understanding of everyday multitasking using a combination of behavioral recording, brain imaging, and theoretical modelling.

Main responsibilities

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the diferent phases of the research project, including planning of empirical studies, data collection and scientific communication.

Qualification requirements

Postdoctoral positions are appointed primarily for purposes of research. Applicants are expected to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent degree from another country in cognitive psychology, cognitive neuroscience or related discipline. Graduate students who are in the final stages of their PhD will also be considered. Candidates should have demonstrated excellence in experimental research in cognitive psychology and should have strong analytical skills. Experience of programming, cognitive training and brain imaging is also desirable.

Assessment criteria

The degree should have been completed no more than three years before the deadline for applications. An older degree may be acceptable under special circumstances, which may involve sick leave, parental leave, clinical attachment, elected positions in trade unions, or similar.

In the appointment process, special attention will be given to research skills. The decision will also be based on the applicant’s ability to collaborate and communicate with others.

Terms of employment

The position involves full-time employment for a maximum of two years, with the possibility of extension under special circumstances. Start date 1 September 2016 or as per agreement.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and with equal opportunities for all.

Contact

Further information about the position can be obtained from the Head of the Department, Professor Håkan Fischer, telephone: +46 8 16 23 57, hakan.fischer@psychology.su.se, or Professor Timo Mäntylä, telephone: +46 8 16 20 08, tim.mantyla@psychology.su.se.

Union representatives

Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST), telephone: +46 8 16 20 00 (operator), and Gunnar Stenberg (SEKO), telephone: +46 70 316 43 41.

Application

Apply for the position at Stockholm University’s recruitment system by clicking the “Apply” button. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

Please include the following information with your application

Your contact details and personal data
Your highest degree
Your language skills
Contact details for 2–3 references

and, in addition, please include the following documents

Cover letter
CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list of publications
Research proposal (no more than 3 pages) describing:
– why you are interested in the field/project described in the advertisement
– why and how you wish to complete the project
– what makes you suitable for the project in question
Copy of PhD diploma
Letters of recommendation (no more than 3 files)
Publications in support of your application (no more than 3 files).

You are welcome to apply!

Stockholm University – our education and research produce results.

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Psychoneuroxy