University Assistant Predoctoral - Clinical and Social Neuroscience

Employer: University of Vienna\nLocation: Vienna, Austria\nJob ID: 5827\n\nApply: https://jobs.univie.ac.at/job/University-assistant-predoctoral/1422240033/\nContact: Prof. Giorgia Silani, giorgia.silani@univie.ac.at\n\nSalary: EUR 3,776.10/month (30 hrs/week basis)\nType: Part-Time (30 hrs/week), Fixed-Term 3 years (until Aug 31, 2029)\nStart: September 1, 2026 | Closing Date: August 13, 2026\n\nResearch at Clinical and Neuroscience Unit (Prof. Giorgia Silani) at Department of Clinical and Health Psychology. Research neurochemical and neurophysiological mechanisms behind social intelligence, empathy and prosocial behaviors. Multi-level approach combining fMRI, TMS, EEG and pharmacological manipulations. Open and reproducible science valued.\n\nTasks: Plan and execute empirical studies. Publish in international journals. Present at conferences. Participate in research projects. Teaching and independent teaching. Supervise students. Finalize dissertation within 6-12 months.\n\nEssential: Completed Master in Psychology or Cognitive Science/Neuroscience. Strong empirical research background. Interest in clinical and social neuroscience. Basic programming (Python/MATLAB). Excellent English.\n\nDesirable: fMRI experience. Statistical knowledge (SPSS, JASP, R). Clinical experience with psychological disorders. International experience.\n\nBenefits: Vienna Doctoral School in Cognition, Behaviour and Neuroscience membership. Home office up to 10 days/month. Female candidates particularly encouraged to apply.