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Postdoctoral Research Position in Neuroeconomics/Decision Neuroscience

The Maastricht University – Center of Neuroeconomics (MU-CeN) and the Department of Economics (AE1) of Maastricht University offer a Postdoctoral Research position in Neuroeconomics/Decision Neuroscience. MU-CeN consists of researchers and PhD students from research groups and departments in Cognitive Neuroscience, Economics, Finance, Marketing and Psychology.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The successful applicant contributes to research in Neuroeconomics/Decision Neuroscience at MU-CeN and the Department of Economics. The candidate is also expected to do a limited amount of teaching (in English). Maastricht University neuroeconomics/decision neuroscience research facilities include Siemens 3T, 7T and 9.4T fMRI scanners, EEG, TMS, tDCS, and a 33 person fully computerized behavioral lab. For more information about MU-CeN, see our website at <neuroeconomics.nl>.

REQUIREMENTS:

Ph.D. in (neuro)economics, neuroscience, psychology, or a related discipline or a related field (completed or nearly completed)
Programming experience (e.g., R, Matlab, Python)
Preferably experience with human neuroimaging (EEG, fMRI), brain stimulation (tDCS, TMS), and/or computational modeling.
Multi- disciplinary background and interests are a plus.
Strong research orientation

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The postdoctoral positions is offered for a three-year period and should commence before January 2016. In case of successful grant acquisition transformation into tenure track may be possible. Salary is competitive and ranges (depending on qualifications and experience) from EUR 3259 to EUR 5070 per month (12 monthly payments) for a full-time employment. On top of this, there is an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% end of year allowance. Non-Dutch applicants may be eligible for favourable tax treatment.

APPLICATIONS AND INFORMATION:

Further information can be obtained by contacting  Prof.dr. Arno Riedl: e-mail: [log in to unmask]

Applications should include a curriculum vitae, a cover letter and some research papers (max. 2). Two letters of reference, assessing the applicant’s research potential and personality, should be sent independently by the referees.

Applications should be submitted electronically and all material, including reference letters, be sent to '[log in to unmask]' with reference to 'Neuroeconomics Post-doc 2015'. Applications will be screened on a rolling basis but should be received not later than June 1, 2015.

INTERVIEWS:

Interviews with promising applicants will be scheduled on a rolling basis via Skype or at Maastricht University.




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