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Neuer Graben Osnabrück, Deutschland medizinischerstellenmarkt Vollzeit
The Computational Cognitive Neuroscience Group (Prof. Dr. Sebastian Musslick) at the Institute of Cognitive Science invites applications for
1 Research Associate (m/f/d) (Salary level E 13 TV-L, 75 %)
to be filled as of September 1, 2024 until December 31, 2025.

The qualification goal of the project involves general training in interdisciplinary science as well as methodological training in dynamical systems modelling.


Description of Responsibilities:


The role encompasses active involvement in scientific research situated at the convergence of neuroscience and collective behaviour, with an emphasis on dynamical systems modelling.

The selected candidate will be entrusted with a computational model used to simulate the effects of heterogeneity in cognitive traits.

The objective is to apply this model to simulate heterogeneity of cognitive flexibility and stability in collective task switching; and to test simulation predictions experimentally using online behavioural experiments.

Furthermore, the objective is to apply the model to other prominent research areas at the University of Osnabrück, such as the modelling of opinion formation among individuals.


Required Qualifications:
Excellent academic degree (Master/Diploma or Master/Diploma plus a Ph.
D) in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, or related fields Experience in dynamical systems modelling High-level programming skills in Python An excellent command of the English languageOsnabrück University is a family-friendly university and is committed to helping working/studying parents balance their family and working lives.

Osnabrück University seeks to guarantee equality of opportunity for women and men and strives to correct any gender imbalance in its schools and departments.

If two candidates are equally qualified, preference will be given to the candidate with disability status.
Applications with the usual documentation should be submitted by e-mail in a single PDF-file to Prof. Dr. Sebastian Musslick ) with a cc to no later than May 5, 2024. Further information can be obtained from Prof. Dr. Sebastian Musslick ).
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