Vienna Doctoral School in Cognition, Behavior, and Neuroscience - Doctoral Positions
Join the University of Vienna as a pre-doc researcher in cognition, behavior, and neuroscience.
Best for:Best for master's graduates in cognitive science, psychology, or neuroscience seeking a structured funded PhD program in Austria.
Overview
The Vienna Doctoral School in Cognition, Behavior, and Neuroscience (VDS CoBeNe) at the University of Vienna invites applications for multiple doctoral positions starting in 2027. Successful candidates will conduct empirical studies, author scientific publications, present findings at international conferences, and complete a structured PhD dissertation within three years. Appointees will collaborate closely with two principal investigators and participate in teaching and departmental administration. This position offers a salaried contract within an inspiring and international academic environment in central Vienna.
What you'll do
- Plan and execute empirical studies within the chosen research project
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed international scientific journals
- Present research outcomes at national and international academic conferences
- Contribute to the acquisition of new research projects and grants
- Participate in departmental administration and organize scientific meetings or workshops
- Engage in teaching duties as defined by the collective agreement
- Finalize and execute a formal dissertation agreement within 6 to 12 months
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant study field, with the degree certificate required by June 2027
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; high level of spoken and written proficiency required (official certificate not required)
Instruction: English
Publications: Basic experience in scientific work preferred; specific publication count not strictly mandated
- Strong background in cognition, behavior, neuroscience, or a related discipline
- High level of spoken and written English proficiency
- Ability to formulate and process structured research questions
- Capacity for both independent scholarship and collaborative teamwork
- Must not currently be enrolled in the doctoral study program at the University of Vienna
- Must not have previously applied for the CoBeNe uni:docs call
- Project must be supervised by two CoBeNe principal investigators
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15 (Europe/Vienna)
Candidates must submit a complete application in English through the official job portal of the University of Vienna. The application package requires a detailed 5-page PhD proposal, a motivation letter specifying the desired research area and chosen principal investigators, contact details for two referees, and official degree certificates and transcripts.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- PhD proposal
- BSc + MSc degree certificates and transcripts
- 2 reference letters
Contact
Katja Hellekes· Coordinator
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