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PhD Positions in Self-Regulation, Regulatory Flexibility and Balance at Universität des Saarlandes Universität des Saarlandes in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Psychology

Funding

DFG-funded PhD positions at 75% employment level for four years. The Research Training Group is funded by the German Research Foundation for five years and offers excellent working conditions, an extensive qualification program, training events, international research visits, and collaboration opportunities.

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Expired

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Saarland University

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Keywords

Psychology
Self-regulation

About this position

RTG 2988 FlexBaR at Universität des Saarlandes is advertising 7 four-year PhD positions (75%) in a DFG-funded Research Training Group on Flexibility and Balance as Characteristics of Adaptive Self-Regulation. The project investigates self-regulation, especially regulatory flexibility and balance, as key factors in adaptive functioning and desirable life outcomes.

The RTG is a structured doctoral program with a strong research and training environment. PhD students will benefit from an extensive qualification program, including frequent training events, international research visits, and collaboration opportunities. The program is designed to support a vibrant cohort-based research community, with a second cohort starting in October 2026.

This opportunity is primarily relevant for candidates interested in psychology and related areas of self-regulation research. The post does not list detailed eligibility criteria in the provided text, so applicants should consult the official job advertisement and the RTG website for specific requirements, project descriptions, and application instructions.

Start date: October 1, 2026. Funding: DFG-funded, 75% PhD positions for four years. Institution: Universität des Saarlandes, Saarbrücken, Germany.

To apply, use the official job ad linked in the post and review the available projects on the RTG website before submitting your application.

Funding details

DFG-funded PhD positions at 75% employment level for four years. The Research Training Group is funded by the German Research Foundation for five years and offers excellent working conditions, an extensive qualification program, training events, international research visits, and collaboration opportunities.

What's required

Applicants are sought for four-year PhD positions in a structured Research Training Group. The post does not specify detailed entry requirements in the provided text, but the opportunity is for doctoral candidates working on self-regulation, regulatory flexibility, and balance within the RTG program.

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