Research Associate (div./f./m.): Developmental Psychology

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Vechta, NIEDERSACHSEN
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 24 Mar 2024

21 Feb 2024
Job Information
Organisation/Company

University of Vechta
Research Field

Psychological sciences » Cognitive science
Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country

Germany
Application Deadline

24 Mar 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
Type of Contract

Temporary
Job Status

Part-time
Offer Starting Date

21 Feb 2024
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

As the largest educational institution, historically and regionally anchored in the Oldenburg Münsterland region, the University of Vechta is internationally and future-oriented: Around 4,000 students and more than 500 employees research, teach, work and study at the modern campus university in the heart of Lower Saxony.

At the Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, a temporary part-time position (3 years) is available as of the next possible date as

Research Associate (div./f./m.)
Pay group 13 TV-L, part time 50 %

The research group Developmental Psychology in Education (Prof. Dr. Christopher Osterhaus) focuses on research related to the cognitive development of children and adolescents. Special attention is given to the scientific thinking and socio-cognitive development of children in elementary school age. The position holder is expected to actively participate in the research projects of the research group. Pursuing and submitting a dissertation in the university’s Ph.D. program is explicitly desired and will be supported.

Your tasks


  • Independent scientific qualification with the aim of a doctorate in the research area of developmental psychology
  • Planning and conducting empirical research studies within the working area of the group
  • Facilitating the preparation of grant proposals and the dissemination of research findings through publication in peer-reviewed scientific journals
  • Teaching of up to 2 credit hours per week

We offer

  • A challenging, varied and interesting job in public service
  • Attractive and flexible working conditions
  • The possibility to pursue a Ph.D. degree
  • A committed team with many opportunities to realize your own ideas

Your profile  

  • University degree at master’s level in psychology or a related field, ideally with a focus on the topics of study of the research group
  • A solid knowledge of quantitative research methods, proficiency in English at a professional level, as well as an interest in the research focus areas of the Developmental Psychology Research Group
  • Ideally a good working knowledge of German or the willingness to acquire it

For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Christopher Osterhaus (e-mail: [email protected] )

Please send your application (cover letter, CV incl. publications, certificates) by e-mail (in a single PDF file) quoting reference number 24/18/PädPsy to

Präsidium der Universität Vechta
[email protected]

The closing date for applications is March 24, 2024.


We look forward to your application!

The University of Vechta values and promotes the diversity of people at the university and is actively commit-ted to equal opportunities. This self-image is decisive for all selection procedures. Severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified.


Requirements
Research Field
Psychological sciences » Psychology
Education Level
Master Degree or equivalent

Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent

Languages
GERMAN
Level
Basic

Additional Information
Work Location(s)
Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
University if Vechta
Country
Germany
Geofield


Where to apply
E-mail

[email protected]

Contact
State/Province

Lawor Saxony
City

Vechta
Website

https://www.uni-vechta.de/home/
Street

Driverstr. 22
Postal Code

49377

STATUS: EXPIRED