For the research group Eating Disorders & Obesity of the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience of Maastricht University, we are searching for an assistant professor to join our dedicated team. Are you a passionate researcher and teacher, then we would like to meet you.
INTRODUCTION The research group Eating Disorders & Obesity aims to unravel the psychological and (neuro)cognitive mechanisms underlying overeating, food craving, dieting, starvation, weight loss and weight loss maintenance, body image and so on. We explore what drives the behavior of people with eating disorders and overweight or obesity. What are the underlying mechanisms? Why does one person lose control over eating, whereas another successfully loses a lot of weight and yet another loses way too much weight? With our knowledge and expertise, we aim to develop better and more effective treatments.
JOB DESCRIPTION We are searching for a passionate assistant professor who can complement our research group and contribute to teaching in the bachelor and master programs of the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience.
Task and responsibilities - Develop and maintain an interesting research line in the field of eating disorders and obesity, or participate in an already existing line of research of the team.
- Science communication, including the writing of high-quality scientific papers and conference presentations.
- Apply for research funding (e.g., NWO, ERC).
- Societal outreach activities.
- Mentoring and supervision of PhD students.
- Contribute to a productive and pleasant working environment.
- Take on various teaching roles (e.g., coordinator, tutor, supervisor, mentor) in our bachelor and master programs.
Note that the time division between research and teaching will be approximately 50-50%.
Embedding: This project is hosted by Maastricht University. You will be based at the Faculty of Psychology and Neuroscience, and will join the research group Eating Disorders & Obesity, which includes approximately 25 members and provides a lively and supportive research environment. For your research, you can collaborate with experienced researchers with diverse skills (clinical, social, and cognitive psychology, network science, and neuroscience). You will teach in the bachelor and master programs of the faculty.