About Position/Job
The Department of Translation and Language Sciences at Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF), Barcelona, invites applications for a senior postdoctoral researcher position within the new ERC proof-of-concept grant SENSOR (“Making sense of reference”, 2025–2027). This exciting project focuses on exploring language function in psychosis, particularly schizophrenia, using advanced MEG technology. The research aims to shed light on how language and reference are processed in both neurotypical individuals and those with schizophrenia, contributing to a deeper understanding of language dysfunction in psychiatric disorders. The position offers the chance to work in an international, interdisciplinary team, collaborate with leading institutions in Berlin and Münster, and develop cutting-edge experimental paradigms. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated researcher passionate about language, neuroscience, and psychiatry.
Position/Job Details
- Position: Postdoctoral Researcher
- Institution: Universitat Pompeu Fabra
- Department: Department of Translation and Language Sciences
- Research field: Language Function in Psychosis
- Location: Barcelona, Spain
- Number of posts: 1
- Job Type: Full-time, Postdoctoral
- Start Date (Anticipated): September 2025
- Working Hours: 40 hours per week
- Salary Range: Not specified
- Required Degree/Diploma: PhD
Research area
- Language processing and meaning
- Schizophrenia and psychosis
- Neuroimaging (MEG, EEG)
- Cognitive and computational neuroscience
Eligibility & Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in cognitive neuroscience or a closely related field
- Experience with EEG and/or MEG data acquisition and analysis
- Strong publication record
Preferred Qualifications:
- Interest in language and psychiatry
- Skills in computational linguistics
- Experience leading interdisciplinary research teams
Key Responsibilities
- Develop naturalistic story comprehension paradigms with OPM-MEG
- Coordinate and lead data collection, especially in Berlin
- Analyse linguistic and neuroimaging data
- Drive theoretical and methodological development of the project
- Act as lead author on high-impact publications
- Coordinate collaboration between international research teams
Application Process
How to Apply:
Applications must be submitted via Interfolio.
Required Documents:
- Copy of national identity card or passport
- PhD certificate
- Cover letter detailing motivation
- Complete CV
- Two selected publications
- Contact details of at least two referees
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 30 June 2025
- Deadline: [Refer to official call]
- Interview Date: To be announced
Useful Links
- Institution Website: Universitat Pompeu Fabra
- Official Notification Link: Postdoctoral Position in Language and Psychosis
- Apply now: Submit via Interfolio
