PhD position in cognitive neuroscience for 4 years

Neurodiversity and Cognition Group, University Hospital of Psychiatry, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Zurich

PhD position in cognitive neuroscience for 4 years 100 %

Start of employment from December 2025, temporary

The Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry invites applications for a four-year PhD position financed by the SNSF in the structured PhD Program in Psychology.

Your responsibilities

This PhD position is part of the SNSF Starting grant titled Humour in adolescents on the autism spectrum: a window into cognition and a tool for well-being obtained by Prof. Dr. Mirella Manfredi and entails the following responsibilities:

• Recruitment of participants
• Data collection
• Data analysis
• Presentation of research results at international scientific meetings
• Publication of research results in peer-reviewed journal articles
• Supervision of master theses
• Assistance in organizing workshops

Your profile

Successful candidates should be highly motivated and have a strong background in cognitive psychology. Ideally, the candidate should hold a master's degree in experimental psychology or cognitive psychology. knowledge of Electroencephalography (EEG) will be an advantage. The candidate should show excellent interpersonal skills and be able to work both independently and in groups. The candidate should also have excellent knowledge of English and written and spoken German.

Information on your application

Please submit your electronic application in a single PDF file

What we offer

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What we offer

Work-Life Balance

• Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
• Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH

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Learning and Development

• Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
• Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

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Food

• Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
• Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

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Healthcare

• Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
• Free seasonal flu vaccinations
• Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

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Discounts

• Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
• Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions

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Conditions of Employment

• Policies of the UZH
• Most UZH staff are employed according to public law

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International Services

• Support for people from outside Switzerland

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Campuses

• Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
• Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

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Location

Neurodiversity and Cognition Group, University Hospital of Psychiatry, Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, University of Zurich

Neumünsterallee 9, 8008 Zürich, Switzerland

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Working at UZH

The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More