The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is offering a funded Postdoctoral Researcher Position in Computational Modelling of Emotional Memory Binding.
Applicants must hold a PhD in computational cognitive neuroscience or a closely related field (to be completed by November 2025). They should have experience in neurocognitive modelling, be proficient in English, and committed to open science. Additional assets include expertise in fMRI research, cognitive modelling, affective neuroscience, strong programming skills, and teaching experience.
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) is one of Europe’s top research universities, known for its commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and critical thinking. Located in the heart of the Netherlands’ capital, UvA offers a vibrant, international environment with a strong interdisciplinary focus. With a broad range of programs across humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and more, the university fosters impactful research and education that address global challenges.
Established in 1632, Universiteit van Amsterdam (University of Amsterdam) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium-sized city of Amsterdam (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), North Holland. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, Netherlands), Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 387 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.