University of Oslo
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PhD Fellowship in Memory and Task-Based fMRI at the University of Oslo University of Oslo in Norway
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Psychology
Funding
3-year PhD Research Fellow position with salary in the range NOK 558,000 to 625,000 depending on competence and experience. This is a paid doctoral research position; no tuition details are stated, but the fellowship is intended to support completion of a PhD degree.
Deadline
Nov 3, 2026
Country
Norway
University
University of Oslo

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PhD Research Fellow opportunity at the University of Oslo, Department of Psychology, in the Center for Lifespan Changes in Brain and Cognition (LCBC).
The project focuses on memory, task-based functional MRI (fMRI), neuroimaging, and the neural mechanisms underlying age-related memory change. The fellow will work with a longitudinal dataset from the project Lifespan Memory Imaging, including encoding and retrieval scans, follow-up imaging 6–8 years later, and multimodal data such as DTI, PET, ASL, cognitive assessments, and genetic information.
This is a 3-year PhD position intended as research training leading to completion of a doctoral degree. The position is based in Oslo, Norway, and English is the main working language at LCBC. The center has strong infrastructure, including a 3T Siemens Prisma MRI scanner, PET and EEG facilities, and extensive neuropsychological testing resources.
Eligibility highlights: a Master’s degree or equivalent in psychology, medicine, cognitive science, neuroscience, or a closely related field; average grade A or B; admission to a doctoral program; strong interest in cognition and brain mechanisms; programming experience in MATLAB, Python, and/or R; and good English. Experience with longitudinal analyses, task-based fMRI processing, connectivity methods, and quantitative methods is an advantage. Norwegian language support is offered if needed.
Funding: salaried doctoral fellowship with annual pay in the range NOK 558,000–625,000 depending on competence and experience.
How to apply: submit the application via Jobbnorge, including a motivation letter, CV, certificates, publications if any, and two references. Upload transcripts/grades or retrieve results via Vitnemålsportalen. The deadline is 2026-11-03.
Funding details
3-year PhD Research Fellow position with salary in the range NOK 558,000 to 625,000 depending on competence and experience. This is a paid doctoral research position; no tuition details are stated, but the fellowship is intended to support completion of a PhD degree.
What's required
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree or equivalent in psychology, medicine, cognitive science, neuroscience, or a closely related field with an average grade of A or B. Admission to a doctoral program is required for employment as a PhD Research Fellow. Candidates should have a strong interest in cognitive processes and underlying brain mechanisms, experience with a high-level programming language such as MATLAB, Python, and/or R, and good written and oral English. Experience with neuroimaging data, longitudinal analyses, task-based fMRI processing, fMRI analytic methods including network metrics, task-based connectivity methods such as beta-series correlation or PPI, quantitative methods, and interdisciplinary research is considered an advantage. If the appointee lacks Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish at A2 level, Norwegian language courses will be offered.
How to apply
Apply through Jobbnorge using the 'Apply for this job' button. Submit a letter of application, CV, copies of educational certificates and any publications/academic work, and contact details for at least two references. Upload education results via Vitnemålsportalen if available, or transcripts/grades in English or a Scandinavian language.
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