3-Year Post-Doc in Individual Differences and Assessment / Computational Modelling in the Department of Psychology (Prof. Dr. Wiebke Bleidorn, Dr. Venicslav Popov) -100%
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Department of Psychology, Professorship for Individual Differences and Assessment
3-Year Post-Doc in Individual Differences and Assessment / Computational Modelling in the Department of Psychology
(Prof. Dr. Wiebke Bleidorn, Dr. Venicslav Popov) 100 %
Start of employment February 1, 2025 or per agreement
The Individual Differences and Assessment Lab at the University of Zurich studies the stability and change of
individual differences across the lifespan and in response to purposeful intervention. We focus on the conditions under
which people change, the sources and processes of personality change, the consequences of personality differences, and
volitional personality change strategies.
Together with Dr. Ven Popov, we are developing a computational model of volitional personality trait change with a
focus on trait neuroticism. The project is funded by a SNSF consolidator grant. Primary emphasis will be on modeling
the psychological processes of personality trait change. However, there will also be opportunities to engage in other
projects, including those initiated by the post-doc.
Your responsibilities
- development of computational models of personality trait change
- publication of research in international peer-review journals
- presentation of research at national and international conferences
- contributions to ongoing grant projects
Your profile
- Ph.D. in psychology, statistics, computational science or related fields at the time of application
- experience building and testing computational models
- interest in applying formal modeling as a tool for theory building and testing
- interest in individual differences and personality psychology
- publication experience in peer-reviewed journals
- high motivation to work in a team and collaborate on ongoing research projects
- proficiency in English
Information on your application
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability.
To apply, submit a cover letter (about 1 page) describing your interest in and potential approach to model
psychological change, as well as your general career goals, together with your curriculum vitae, and two of your
articles in one pdf file to: w.bleidorn@psychologie.uzh.ch
Letters of recommendation will be requested from competitive candidates. The search will remain open until the
position is filled.
The application deadline is January 13, 2025.
What we offer
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What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
More Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
More Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
More Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
More Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
More International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
More Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
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Location
Department of Psychology, Professorship for Individual Differences and Assessment
Binzmühlestrasse 14, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
Further information
Questions about the job
Prof. Dr. Wiebke BleidornHead Contact Form
Contact question to: Prof. Dr. Wiebke Bleidorn
Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *I accept the privacy policySend Thank you for your message. We will get
back to you shortly. Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
More → https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/explore/work.html
Please apply via our job portal www.jobs.uzh.ch.
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
3-Year Post-Doc in Individual Differences and Assessment / Computational Modelling in the Department of Psychology
(Prof. Dr. Wiebke Bleidorn, Dr. Venicslav Popov) 100 %
Start of employment February 1, 2025 or per agreement
The Individual Differences and Assessment Lab at the University of Zurich studies the stability and change of
individual differences across the lifespan and in response to purposeful intervention. We focus on the conditions under
which people change, the sources and processes of personality change, the consequences of personality differences, and
volitional personality change strategies.
Together with Dr. Ven Popov, we are developing a computational model of volitional personality trait change with a
focus on trait neuroticism. The project is funded by a SNSF consolidator grant. Primary emphasis will be on modeling
the psychological processes of personality trait change. However, there will also be opportunities to engage in other
projects, including those initiated by the post-doc.
Your responsibilities
- development of computational models of personality trait change
- publication of research in international peer-review journals
- presentation of research at national and international conferences
- contributions to ongoing grant projects
Your profile
- Ph.D. in psychology, statistics, computational science or related fields at the time of application
- experience building and testing computational models
- interest in applying formal modeling as a tool for theory building and testing
- interest in individual differences and personality psychology
- publication experience in peer-reviewed journals
- high motivation to work in a team and collaborate on ongoing research projects
- proficiency in English
Information on your application
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability.
To apply, submit a cover letter (about 1 page) describing your interest in and potential approach to model
psychological change, as well as your general career goals, together with your curriculum vitae, and two of your
articles in one pdf file to: w.bleidorn@psychologie.uzh.ch
Letters of recommendation will be requested from competitive candidates. The search will remain open until the
position is filled.
The application deadline is January 13, 2025.
What we offer
Our employees benefit from a wide range of attractive offers. More
What we offer
Work-Life Balance
- Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
- Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH
More Learning and Development
- Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
- Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich
More Food
- Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
- Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution
More Healthcare
- Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
- Free seasonal flu vaccinations
- Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower
More Discounts
- Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
- Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
- Special conditions on hotel reservations
More Conditions of Employment
- Policies of the UZH
- Most UZH staff are employed according to public law
More International Services
- Support for people from outside Switzerland
More Campuses
- Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
- Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg
More
Location
Department of Psychology, Professorship for Individual Differences and Assessment
Binzmühlestrasse 14, 8050 Zürich, Switzerland
Further information
Questions about the job
Prof. Dr. Wiebke BleidornHead Contact Form
Contact question to: Prof. Dr. Wiebke Bleidorn
Your Name *Your Mail Address *Your question *I accept the privacy policySend Thank you for your message. We will get
back to you shortly. Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer!
More → https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/explore/work.html
Please apply via our job portal www.jobs.uzh.ch.
Working at UZH
The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject
areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the
University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent
and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More