A Doctoral Researcher on Behavior in Emerging Technologies [P2] (m/f/d)(w/m/d)

An der Georg-August-Universität Göttingen Stiftung Öffentlichen Rechts – Georg-Elias-Müller-Institut für Psychologie - Abt. Kognition, Emotion und Verhalten ist zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine Stelle alsA Doctoral Researcher on Behavior in Emerging Technologies [P2] (m/f/d)(w/m/d)- Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L - in Teilzeit mit 75% der regelmäßigen wöchentlichen Arbeitszeit zu besetzen. Die Stelle ist befristet bis 30.06.2030.The successful candidate is expected to take up the position latest on January, 1st 2027.

The University of Göttingen is receiving a grant of 15 million euros from the Potenziale strategisch entfalten funding program of the Ministry of Science and Culture of Lower Saxony and the Volkswagen Foundation. Through a range of measures, strategic development goals and the university's research profile will be strengthened. A central component of this effort is the establishment of five Campus Research Alliances. These alliances will bring together interdisciplinary research activities across the campus, focusing on future-oriented thematic areas.

As part of the newly established interdisciplinary Campus Research Alliance on Responsible Emerging Technologies CA.REX, we are seeking a highly motivated researcher to pursue a doctoral degree in an interdisciplinary research environment. CA.REX brings together principal investigators and researchers from Computer Science, Law, Psychology, Medical Ethics, and related disciplines to investigate the responsible development, deployment, and governance of emerging technologies, especially Extended Reality (XR). The consortium addresses fundamental scientific and societal challenges arising from the increasing integration of immersive technologies into domains, such as healthcare and medical education.

In addition to this position in the Cognition, Emotion, and Behavior group led by Prof. Dr. Anne Schacht focusing on human autonomy, trust, and behavior in immersive environments, the CA.REX consortium focuses on three other overarching interdisciplinary research themes: Privacy, Transparency, and Control [P1] (Prof. Delphine Reinhardt), Power, Markets, and Access [P3] (Prof. Eckart Bueren), and Risk, Resilience, and Long-term Effects (Prof. Silke Schicktanz, UMG) [P4]. P2 focuses on the psychological underpinnings of human autonomy and trust in immersive environments: How does XR affect the way people perceive, decide, and interact – and what does this mean for the responsible design of these technologies?

Your profile

A very good M.Sc. degree in psychology, cognitive neuroscience, or a related field,
Background in at least one of the following fields: social cognition, affective neuroscience, trust and decision-making, human factors, extended reality,
Experience with empirical research methods (e.g., EEG/ERP, eye tracking, behavioral experiments, psychophysiology),
Ideally previous experience in conducting user studies,
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to interdisciplinary research teams,
Very good command of English is mandatory, advanced German skills are an advantage,
Strong motivation to pursue a doctoral degree and contribute to high-impact interdisciplinary research.

Your main responsibilities

Conduct independent research on human autonomy, trust, and social cognition in immersive technologies, such as Extended Reality (XR) in healthcare and medical education, using behavioral and neuroscientific methods (e.g., EEG/ERP, eye tracking, psychophysiology),
Collaborate with researchers from Computer Science, Law, and Medical Ethics within CA.REX,
Publish and present research results at leading international conferences and in high-quality journals,
Supervise Bachelor's and Master's student projects.

Our offer
The successful candidate will become part of a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative research consortium addressing responsible emerging technologies from technical, ethical, legal, and human-centered perspectives. We offer:

CA.REX provides an outstanding interdisciplinary research environment with regular scientific exchange through colloquia, interdisciplinary reading groups, annual workshops, networking events, and international visiting researcher programs,
CA.REX doctoral researchers will benefit from close supervision by an interdisciplinary Thesis Advisory Committee and numerous opportunities for national and international collaboration,
A stimulating academic environment with excellent opportunities for scientific and personal development,
A collegial, supportive, and inclusive team culture

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