Post-Doctoral Position in Interdisciplinary Touch Research at Leopold-Franzens-University Innsbruck

Faculty of Psychology

We invite applications for a post-doctoral position in an exciting and innovative research project exploring the physical and perceptual properties of interpersonal touch and their impact on affect and well-being. This interdisciplinary collaboration, led by Dr. Annett Schirmer (Psychology, University of Innsbruck), Dr. Francis McGlone (Neurobiology, University of Liverpool), and Dr. Gregory Gerling (Engineering, University of Virginia), aims to unravel the intricacies of touch through a multi-faceted approach (e.g., text analysis and scale development, EEG hyper-scanning, 3D visual motion tracking and neural network modeling).

Position details:

Position: Post-Doctoral Fellow

Start Date: May 1, 2024 (negotiable)

Duration: 2.5 years

Responsibilities:

• Project development and data recording
• Data pre-processing and statistical analysis
• Writing of manuscripts
• Teaching and student supervision

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in a relevant field with a focus on data analysis (e.g., Psychology, Neuroscience, Computer science, Biomedical engineering).
• Proficiency in Python or MATLAB programming and expertise with the R statistical language.
• Strong statistical skills and the ability to translate data findings into meaningful scientific insights.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team.
• Good spoken and written English proficiency.

Benefits:

• Cutting-Edge Research: Contribute to groundbreaking research at the intersection of psychology, neurobiology, and haptics engineering.
• Professional Development: Enhance your skills in research design, data analysis, interdisciplinary collaboration, and manuscript writing.
• International Collaboration: Work with leading researchers in the field of interpersonal touch and haptics.
• Quality of life: The University of Innsbruck is located in a beautiful Alpine setting with a nice climate and lots of opportunity for outdoor activities (e.g., mountain biking, skiing).

Application Process:

To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Annett.Schirmer@uibk.ac.at. Applications will be accepted until January 24, 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

The University of Innsbruck is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated and enthusiastic Post-Doctoral Fellow to our dynamic interdisciplinary team!