Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Modeling

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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland Universiteit van Amsterdam Voltijd

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our team at the Universiteit van Amsterdam. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will play a key role in our ERC Consolidator project, working on a wide range of research tasks, including designing and performing empirical studies, co-supervising PhDs and RAs, and contributing to the Connected Minds Lab.

Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise RAs and PhDs working on the project
  • Draft pre-registrations and submit ethics reviews
  • Conduct data-analysis and prepare results for publications
  • Draft articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals
  • Contribute to the Connected Minds Lab and the wider scientific community through collaborations, workshops, presentations/talks, and attending conferences

Requirements

  • PhD degree in one of the social or behavioural sciences, such as psychology, pedagogics, communication science, sociology, or a related field
  • Proven methodological and advanced statistical skills (quantitative)
  • Proven writing skills
  • Experience with R or Python
  • Affinity/experience with Developmental Science
  • Affinity with Open Science (pre-registrations, sharing data, etc.)
  • Independence, but also a strong capacity for teamwork
  • Full professional working proficiency in English (speaking, writing, reading)

What We Offer

  • A position in which initiative and input are highly valued
  • An enthusiastic and warm lab that is open to new colleagues
  • An inspiring academic and international working environment in the heart of Amsterdam

Working Conditions

The position concerns temporary employment of 38 hours a week for a maximum term of two years. The initial employment is for one year with a two-month trial period. Following a positive assessment and barring altered circumstances, your appointment will be extended for another year.

The minimum salary is €4, and the maximum salary is €5 gross per month based on a 38-hour working week, in keeping with salary scale 11, as per the Collective Labour Agreement of Dutch Universities.

We additionally offer an extensive package of secondary benefits, including 8% holiday allowance and a year-end bonus of 8.3%.

The UvA offers excellent possibilities for further professional development and education.



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