Jobs in Copenhagen Denmark – Postdoc in Cognitive Computational Neuroscience, University of Copenhagen

Job Description

Jobs in Copenhagen Denmark are currently open at the University of Copenhagen, Department of Psychology, which is hiring a Postdoc in Cognitive Computational Neuroscience and Human Movement Perception. The 30-month fixed-term position starts in March 2027 on the project 'Mapping Experience of Action: Redefining Theories of Consciousness' (funded by Independent Research Fund Denmark), with daily lab work in the Cognition, Intention and Action group and limited teaching. The published salary starts at DKK 39,000 per month plus 18.07% pension, with the possibility of annual salary-supplement negotiation, international researcher support, relocation assistance and career counselling for expat partners. The sections below carry the published role details, requirements, documents and the application link under 'How to Apply'.

Responsibilities

- Research in cognitive computational neuroscience and human movement perception within the funded project
- Combine cognitive modelling, experimental design and data analysis
- Limited teaching duties

Requirements

- PhD in cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, cognitive modelling, biomedical engineering, sports science or a related field
- Strong cognitive modelling, experimental design and data analysis skills
- Publication record

Benefits

- Salary from DKK 39,000/month + 18.07% pension
- Possible annual salary-supplement negotiation
- International researcher support, relocation assistance and career counselling for expat partners