Department of Psychology Postdoctoral Research Fellowship at University of Oslo in Norway
INTRODUCTION
The University of Oslo is offering a three-year fixed-term position as postdoctoral research fellow at the Department of Psychology. Norwegian and foreign applicants can apply for this fellowship.
The main aims are to disentangle the neurobiological, genetic, psychological and environmental factors contributing to the development of mental illness.
The University of Oslo is the oldest, largest and most prestigious university in Norway, located in the Norwegian capital of Oslo. UiO attracts students and researchers from all over the world.
COURSE AND ELIGIBILITY
Fellowship is available for pursuing Postdoctoral Research programme.
Study Subject: Fellowship is awarded within the Department of Psychology at the University of Oslo in Norway.
The following criteria must be met in order for applicants to be eligible for this fellowship:
The ideal candidate is ambitious and highly motivated for pursuing a career in science, hold a PhD in psychology, neuroimaging, computational or cognitive neuroscience, biomedical engineering, biostatistics, or equivalent, have a strong background and interest in neuroscience, genetics, MRI analysis or biostatistics, and a strong publication record.
Experience with MRI analysis tools, and an interest and expertise in imaging genetics, brain network and connectivity analysis, or multivariate pattern recognition or machine learning techniques is an advantage. Demonstrated proficiency in shell scripting, Matlab, R, python or similar programming languages or software tools is a prerequisite.
Nationality: Norwegian and foreign applicants can apply for this fellowship.
CAREER PROSPECTS
College Admission Requirement
Entrance Requirements: The ideal candidate is ambitious and highly motivated for pursuing a career in science, hold a PhD in psychology, neuroimaging, computational or cognitive neuroscience, biomedical engineering, biostatistics, or equivalent.
English language Requirements: A good command of English is required for all students attending the University of Oslo. International students; Ph.D. research fellows and post-doctoral research fellows who are not native speakers of English, must document their proficiency in English by taking one of the following internationally recognised tests
TOEFL- Test of English as a Foreign Language
IELTS- International English Language Testing Service
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) and Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) from the University of Cambridge
Applicants to the programme for the Ph.D. degree in Science must obtain a minimum score of 550 (paper-based) or 213 (computer-based) or 80 (internet-based) on the TOEFL test or a minimum score of 6.5 on the IELTS (academic) test. The same applies to applicants for postdoctoral research fellow positions.
PAY PACKAGE
University offers:
An ambitious and exciting research environment with a strong multidisciplinary profile and excellent opportunities for academic development. NORMENT has excellent access to a state-of-the-art 3T MRI scanner, including facilities for concurrent EEG-fMRI and brain stimulation using tDCS in the scanner, lab facilities for cognitive assessments, and EEG lab with equipment for high-density recordings.
Salary based on salary level 57-65 (NOK 486 100-567 100), depending on qualifications and experience.
Membership in the Norwegian Public Service Pension Fund
Good welfare benefits
Scholarship can be taken in Norway
Important Dates: Fellowship application deadline is 16-October-2016.