Doctoral Position in Cognitive Sciences – Cognitive Resilience Against Disinformation in Adolescents
Explore adolescent cognitive resilience to disinformation through experimental studies and interdisciplinary research.
Best for:Best for psychology or cognitive science graduates with a strong interest in developmental research, experimental design, and interdisciplinary collaboration in disinformation studies.
Overview
This doctoral position focuses on investigating the cognitive, emotional, and social mechanisms underlying adolescent information processing and resistance to disinformation. Embedded within the ANR COGNI-SHIELD project, the successful candidate will conduct experimental studies, collect and analyze data, and contribute to developing innovative prevention tools to enhance critical thinking. The research will be conducted at the Laboratoire de Psychologie du Développement et de l'Éducation de l'Enfant (LaPsyDÉ), a multidisciplinary environment at the intersection of cognitive science, developmental psychology, and education. The project involves collaboration with academic and professional partners, requiring adherence to ethical standards and occasional travel for data collection and conferences.
What you'll do
- Conduct experimental studies to investigate cognitive, emotional, and social mechanisms in adolescent information processing and resistance to disinformation.
- Design and implement research protocols for data collection with adolescent participants.
- Analyze and interpret collected data using appropriate statistical and qualitative methods.
- Collaborate with academic and professional partners to develop innovative prevention tools for enhancing critical thinking.
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and contribute to scientific publications.
- Ensure compliance with ethical and regulatory standards for research involving human participants.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to project documentation and reporting.
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree in Psychology, Cognitive Sciences, Developmental Psychology, or a related field.
Degree offered: PhD
Language: French and English; proficiency in both languages required for research and communication.
Instruction: French
- Experience in conducting experimental research, preferably in cognitive or developmental psychology.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, R, Python).
- Ability to design and implement research protocols involving adolescent participants.
- Familiarity with ethical guidelines for research involving human subjects.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French and English.
- Open to all nationalities.
- No specific age or residency restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-26
Applicants must submit their application through the CNRS employment portal. The application should include a CV, a cover letter detailing their research interests and motivation, and any relevant academic transcripts or certificates. Additional documents may be requested depending on the application review process.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor's and Master's degrees)
- Research statement or proposal
Contact
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