Start date/duration:

• from 01.01.2026
• for 3 years

Administrative unit:

• Department of Psychology

Job Description:

Your tasks:

• Dissertation in the field of psychology with a clear focus on younger age groups
• Research and publication activities are carried out independently and focus on young people, embedded in the doctoral college of the Research Centre "Health and Prevention across the Lifespan" at the Faculty of Psychology and Sports Science at the University of Innsbruck
• Teaching optional
• Training and further education
• administrative tasks

Your profile:

• Completed relevant master's or diploma degree in psychology
• Very good knowledge of German expected
• good English and IT skills as well as above-average expertise in clinical psychology
• a keen interest in neurobiological approaches to psychotherapy research is a prerequisite, as is the ability to work independently, in a structured and precise scientific manner
• due to the interdisciplinary orientation of the research field, knowledge or an in-depth willingness to work in the field of fMRI is desirable
• We welcome a strong interest in further developing the intersection between sports science and psychology
• Please include a brief written summary of your intended dissertation project with your application (max. 5 pages)
• Applicants should demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively, show initiative and reliability, think systematically, and possess strong social skills

Our offer:

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more! .

We are looking forward to receiving your online application by 19.12.2025 stating the code PSY-SPORT-15476

Contact:

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The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.

The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers. In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority.

The University of Innsbruck bears the "We are inclusive" seal of approval. We therefore expressly invite qualified individuals with disabilities and/or chronic illnesses to apply.