PhD and Postdoc Positions in Cognitive and Developmental Psychology at Technical University of Munich Technical University of Munich in Germany

The iSearch Lab at the Technical University of Munich (TUM), led by Prof. Dr. Dr. Azzurra Ruggeri, is seeking applications for a Doctoral or Postdoctoral Researcher in cognitive and developmental psychology.

The research focus includes curiosity, exploration, reasoning, and active information search, utilizing behavioral, computational, and cross-cultural methods. The PhD position is funded for 36 months (TV-L E13 65%), while the Postdoc position is available for 24–36 months (TV-L E13 100%). Applicants for the PhD track should hold a Master's degree in Psychology, Cognitive Science, or a related field, while Postdoc applicants should have a PhD or be near completion. All candidates must demonstrate excellent English proficiency and be able to work on-site in Munich.

Skills in R or Python, behavioral coding, and experience with online data collection (e.g., Qualtrics) are required. To apply, candidates should email their CV, transcripts, cover letter, a research proposal (maximum 3 pages), and two reference letters to [email protected]. For further information, contacts include Fatma Sila Cakmak and Dr.

Laura Schlingloff-Nemecz. The application deadline is November 23, 2025, with a flexible start date between February and May 2026.