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Job Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) - Postdoc and PhD position in Decision Neuroscience at the Erasmus University Rotterdam and Donders Institute Nijmegen

Postdoc and PhD position in Decision Neuroscience at the Erasmus University Rotterdam and Donders Institute Nijmegen

Job description

The Erasmus Center for Neuroeconomics (ECNE) at the Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University and the Donders Institute for Brain, Cognition and Behaviour at Radboud University Nijmegen announce openings for both a postdoctoral fellow and a PhD researcher to join an active group of researchers in the Center in the field of decision neuroscience/neuroeconomics/consumer neuroscience. These positions will be jointly supervised by Prof. Ale Smidts (Erasmus) and Dr. Alan Sanfey (Donders Institute).

We currently seek outstanding applicants whose research lies at the intersection of behavioral decision-making, consumer behavior, and neuroscience and who are interested in studying the brain mechanisms that underlie decision-making. Particular interests of our group at present are the neural mechanisms that underlie social influences on decisions, emotion regulation and self-control in decision-making, and risk and reward in decision-making. We are especially interested in applicants whose research can build bridges among existing strengths in consumer behavior and econometric modeling at the marketing department of the Rotterdam School of Management and decision neuroscience at the Donders Institute. 

The Erasmus Center for Neuroeconomics is dedicated to conducting cutting-edge interdisciplinary research in Decision Neuroscience, and hosts the Erasmus Behavioral Lab which provides an excellent infrastructure for conducting behavioral experiments. The Donders Institute is a leading research institute in cognitive neuroscience and provides excellent resources for functional neuroimaging by means of two research-dedicated fMRI scanners, an MEG scanner, and EEG and TMS facilities. Additional facilities are available for the collection and analysis of genetic samples. The collaboration between Erasmus University and the Donders Institute provides an outstanding environment for studying the neural underpinnings of decision-making behavior, and the successful applicant will have full access to the facilities in both institutions.

Requirements

Requirements for the postdoc position

Successful candidates must have a relevant PhD and a proven academic track-record, as well as the ability to work independently. Excellent communication and organizational skills are also required. The successful applicant will be expected to build an internationally recognized research program, will act as co-supervisor of one or more PhD students, and also contribute to the educational environment by lecturing occasionally in courses on Neuroeconomics (master and PhD level). The appointment will be for two years with the possibility of renewal for two or three additional years. Starting date: asap.

Requirements for the PhD position

Successful candidates must have a relevant Masters degree, preferably with a background in cognitive neuroscience, cognitive psychology, or biological psychology. Candidates with a background in consumer behavior or economics, with proven evidence or a strong interest in developing cognitive neuroscience and imaging skills, are also invited to apply. A tailored PhD course programme will be developed. The PhD position is for four years. PhDs receive a regular employment contract for a doctoral student. See the ERIM Doctoral Programme for further information on the facilities of PhD students at Erasmus.  Preferred starting date: September 2010.

Conditions of employment

Rotterdam School of Management Erasmus University is the business school of Erasmus University Rotterdam. RSM aims to become a trendsetter for future management by offering a cohesive package of university level education, research and professional services, and by being attractive to an international market for students, executives and organisations.

RSM Erasmus University offers an extensive portfolio of management courses (including Bachelor in Business Administration/Business Management, MSc in (International) Business Administration, part-time diploma in Business Management, MPhil and PhD in General Management, (executive) MBA programmes, specialist masters and in-company training.

Most of RSM’s research programmes are conducted through the Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM). The School is a member of several leading international networks, including AACSB, EQUIS, the Community of European Management Schools (CEMS) and the Partnership in International  Management (PIM). RSM has approximately 7,500 students and 450 members of staff.

Working at Erasmus University:

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a professional environment in which your growth and development are encouraged by means of an active career and mobility policy. We further offer a flexible pension scheme, a contribution to medical insurance, advantageous group insurance and a home PC scheme. Employees are welcome to use our facilities, such as the sports centre and the library.

Contract type

Temporary

temporary

Additional information

Applications, including CV, a brief summary of current and proposed research, and at least two letters of recommendation, should be submitted by April 1, 2010 to Ale Smidts (asmidts@rsm.nl). PhD applicants may be requested to provide GRE/ GMAT scores and TOEFLl /IELTS language scores. For further information on the positions, please contact Prof. Ale Smidts (asmidts@rsm.nl) or Prof. Alan G. Sanfey (alan.sanfey@donders.ru.nl).

 

 

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