Predoctoral Research Position in Clinical Psychology and Psychiatry (ADHD Diagnosis)
Join a multidisciplinary team to advance ADHD diagnosis in adults through innovative assessment tools under EU funding.
Best for:Best for psychology graduates with clinical or research experience seeking a funded PhD in ADHD assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
This PhD position at the University of Navarra focuses on improving adult ADHD diagnosis by evaluating novel assessment methods. The successful candidate will collaborate with clinical psychology and psychiatry teams at Clínica Universidad de Navarra, the Department of Psychology, and the Institute for Culture and Society. The role involves full participation in research stages—from participant recruitment and data collection to analysis, publication, and conference dissemination. An international research stay with global collaborators is also part of the training. The project is funded by the EU’s Knowledge Generation Programme for Predoctoral Researchers.
What you'll do
- Conduct participant recruitment and assessment for ADHD diagnosis studies in adult populations.
- Manage and analyze clinical and neuropsychological data using established research methodologies.
- Collaborate with psychiatrists and clinical psychologists to refine assessment tools for ADHD.
- Author and publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
- Participate in an international research stay to expand expertise and network with global collaborators.
- Contribute to scientific writing and dissemination of results in interdisciplinary research settings.
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; good proficiency (equivalent to IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90)
Instruction: English
- Proven experience in clinical or research settings, preferably in psychology or psychiatry
- Strong proficiency in participant recruitment and data collection techniques
- Familiarity with statistical analysis tools for psychological or clinical data
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- No prior research experience required
- Open to applicants from any nationality
- No residency restrictions
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15 (Europe/Madrid)
Applicants must send a subject-line prefixed email with their CV and cover letter to the supervisor’s email address. Include the project title in the subject line. Additional details may be available on the official funding portal.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Cover letter explaining research interest and qualifications
- Proof of English proficiency (if not from an English-speaking country)
Contact
Gonzalo Arrondo· Principal Investigator
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