Postdoctoral researcher
Job advertisement ID: 1021/26
start: 01.09.2026
application deadline: 28.06.2026
salary group: EG 13
time limit: until 31.08.2030
scope: 100% full-time
The University of Lübeck stands for excellent research and teaching. We are a modern foundation university with thematically focused study courses. Under the motto "Focus on life", as a life science university we offer a spectrum of programs ranging from medicine, health sciences and psychology to mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology.
Postdoctoral researcher (m/f/d)
Department of Psychology
Within the group of Prof. Jonas Oblesr at the Department of Psychology (Institut für Psychologie) we invite applications for a Postdoctoral researcher (full-time, 100%).
The position is integral part of the Department of Psychology with a primary research focus in the group of Obleser (auditorycognition.com). The position allows and expects the development of a postdoctoral research programme within the Obleser lab and comes with only modest teaching obligations.
Tasks:
- Scientific research in the fields of cognitive neuroscience, systems neuroscience, computational modelling, or psychology#
- Methods teaching in the BSc and MSc programmes the group contributes to (Psychology, Cognitive Systems, Audio Science)
Requirements:
- a Master’s degree (or equivalent) and a PhD/ Dr. in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, neuroscience, or a related field
- Prior experience in human cognitive neuroscience methods (e.g., EEG, MEG, and/or fMRI, brain stimulation, computational modelling, or related)demonstrable methodological and data analysis skills
- Excellent command of English (German is an advantage, but not essential)
- Willingness to contribute to teaching (methods training in BSc/MSc Psychology programs)
- Strong research interests that fit into the larger framework of the Obleser lab
- Prior experience in scientific publishing (first-author peer-reviewed publications)
- Interest to teach statistics at an undergrad level
- Interest to work in and contribute to a diverse team
What we offer:
- Collectively agreed remuneration including annual special payment (TV-L)
- 30 days' holiday per year, plus 24.12. and 31.12. off work
- Compatibility of family, private life and career through flexible working hours and part-time options (after individual assessment) as well as the possibility of mobile working
- NAH.SH / Deutschland public transport ticket, participation in university sports, discounted canteen meals on campus and other corporate benefits
- Health management programme “Healthy University”
- A company pension scheme with high additional payments by the employer (VBL)
- A secure job and a university environment with its typically lively and innovative character, with numerous events and further training opportunities
Classification will be in accordance with the automatic pay scale if the requirements of the pay scale are met up to the pay group listed above. A final job evaluation remains reserved.
The University of Lübeck is a modern and cosmopolitan employer. We welcome your application regardless of your age, gender, cultural and social background, religion, worldview, disability or sexual identity. We promote gender equality. In case of equal suitability, qualifications and professional performance, female applicants will be given preference. If you are an applicant with a severe disability, your application will be given preference in case of equal suitability.
Your contact for further questions:
Prof. Dr. Jonas Obleser
+49 451 / 3101 3620
Detailed information about job vacancies and benefits at the University of Lübeck can be found online at https://stellenangebote.uni-luebeck.de.
Have we aroused your interest?
Then send us your application until 28.06.2026 using our online application form.
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