International PhD Position in Cognitive Neuroscience of Motivation, Netherlands

  •  PhD
  •  30-Apr-2025
  •   Netherlands
  • $$  Monthly salary (€2,901 – €3,707), 8% holiday allowance, 8.3% end-of-year bonus, dual career support, training opportunities, generous leave

Radboud University is offering International PhD Position in Cognitive Neuroscience of Motivation as part of the ERC-funded COPE project. The position is based at the Behavioural Science Institute within the Faculty of Social Sciences.

To be eligible for this PhD position, applicants must hold a Master’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, artificial intelligence, cognitive science, or a related field. They should have strong programming skills in Python and Matlab, along with experience in computational modelling and advanced statistical analysis.

Radboud University is a leading academic institution known for its strong focus on research, high-quality education, and societal impact located in Nijmegen, the Netherlands. Founded in 1923, it consistently ranks among the top universities worldwide. The university fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and interdisciplinary environment, attracting students and researchers from around the globe.

Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Information

Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen Grants

International PhD Position in Cognitive Neuroscience of Motivation, Netherlands Established in 1923, Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (Radboud University) is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Nijmegen (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Gelderland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (RU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Catholic religion. Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen (RU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 96 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: All nationalities

  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Cognitive Neuroscience, Psychology, Artificial Intelligence, or related fields

  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must:

    • Hold a Master’s degree in neuroscience, psychology, AI, cognitive science, or a related discipline

    • Have experience with Python and Matlab programming

    • Be familiar with computational modelling of cognition and/or motivation (e.g., reinforcement learning, meta-learning)

    • Have experience with advanced statistical analysis (e.g., R, mixed models, machine learning)

    • Preferably have experience in neuroimaging and/or pharmacological studies

    • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

    • Demonstrate previous research experience (e.g., as a research assistant).

Offered Benefits

  • Full-time PhD contract (initial 1.5 years, with possible extension to 4 years)

  • Competitive monthly salary (€2,901 – €3,707 gross)

  • 8% holiday bonus and 8.3% end-of-year bonus

  • Up to 41 days of annual leave for full-time employees

  • Dual Career Coaching for partners relocating to the Netherlands

  • Flexible working conditions, home office options, sports/culture discounts, and pension plan

  • Access to training programs, a strong graduate school, and excellent research infrastructure

  • Opportunity to participate in interdisciplinary and international collaborations, including the Computational NeuroPsychiatry (CNP) Nijmegen platform.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official Radboud University application portal before 30 April 2025. The application should include a motivation letter, CV, academic transcripts, and references. Visit Radboud University’s PhD vacancies page for more details and to apply.

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