Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Position (80%) at the Cognitive Psychology Unit, Department of Psychology, University of ZurichThe start date can be between June 1st and October 1st, 2026. The position is for initially 3 years, with possible renewal for one further year.The successful applicant will work with the head of the Cognitive Psychology Unit, Prof. Dr. Klaus Oberauer, and the Cognitive Psychology team. The post involves research and teaching (one course per semester).Research at the Zurich Cognitive Psychology Unit focuses on capacity limits of cognition, in particular working memory, long-term memory, and attention, which we investigate with experimental and individual-differences studies and computational modeling. For further information see:https://www.psychology.uzh.ch/en/areas/nec/allgpsy.htmlWe offer:An attractive research environment with close collaboration within the teamExcellent lab infrastructureSalary according to Cantonal regulationsWe expect:a PhD in psychology or a related disciplineexperience with experimental researchexcellent method knowledge and skillsvery good command of Englishinterest in pursuing an academic career in cognitive psychologyIn addition, it would be desirable if you had:experience with publishing in international journalsprogramming skillsexperience with mathematical / computational modelingPlease send applications including your CV and motivation letter no later than March 20, 2026 electronically as a single PDF to: Michaela Oestmann, michaela.oestmann@psychologie.uzh.chFor questions about the position please contact Klaus Oberauer, k.oberauer@psychologie.uzh.ch
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