PhD Position in Neuroscience, Language Disorders, and Brain-Rhythm Synchronization Universitätsklinikum Münster in Germany

PhD Position in Neuroscience: Timing Difficulties in Developmental Language Disorder and Stuttering

The Department of Phoniatrics & Pediatric Audiology at Universitätsklinikum Münster (UKM), Germany, is offering a fully funded PhD position as part of a DFG-funded research project. The project, titled “Timing Difficulties in Developmental Language Disorder and Stuttering: The Role of Altered Brain-Rhythm Synchronization,” focuses on using advanced neuroscience methods, including magnetoencephalography (MEG), to improve diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of stuttering and developmental language disorders.

This international research collaboration involves the University Hospital Münster, CoBIC Frankfurt/Main, Max Planck Institute for Human Cognitive and Brain Sciences (Leipzig), and Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. The successful candidate will engage in MEG data collection, behavioral testing, data analysis (using Matlab/Python), brain–speech interaction modeling, connectivity and synchronicity analysis, conference presentations, and scientific publications. The position offers exposure to an international research network and elite scientific training in advanced neuroscience methods.

Eligibility: Applicants must have a Master’s degree in neuroscience, linguistics, cognitive science, psychology, or a related field. Strong Matlab or Python skills and experience with M/EEG data are required. Candidates should demonstrate a passion for interdisciplinary science, empathy, strong communication skills, and an interest in clinical and cognitive neuroscience. Proficiency in German at the C1 level is mandatory.

Funding & Benefits: The position is funded for 3 years (part-time, 65%) with a salary according to TV-L E13. Additional benefits include 30 days annual leave plus 2 bonus holidays, job ticket, sports programs, emergency childcare, company events, and health and wellbeing services.

Application Process: Applications must be submitted via the UKM Career Portal by 11 March 2026. Required documents include a CV, cover letter, motivation letter (max ½ page), certificates, contact details of 2 academic referees, and relevant documents. Applicants should clearly reference the project and supervisors. For inquiries, contact Dr. habil. Lars Meyer at [email protected].

This PhD offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of brain science, language and speech, child development, clinical medicine, neurotechnology, and signal processing within a supportive, interdisciplinary, and international environment.