André Schulz

The University of Luxembourg invites applications for a doctoral researcher position in Biological, Clinical & Health Psychology. This opportunity is part of the DEPLOY project, funded by the Fonds National de la Recherche Luxembourg (FNR), which aims to investigate interoception-based trainings to reduce somatic symptom distress and translate these interventions into a mobile application. The successful candidate will join the Brain-Body-Interaction Research Group and the Clinical Psychophysiology Laboratory, led by Prof. Dr. André Schulz, within the Department of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences. The interdisciplinary research team includes André Schulz (PI), Philip Santangelo, Inès Chihi, and Jochen Klucken, spanning departments of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences, Engineering, and Systems Biomedicine. The PhD candidate will be enrolled in the Doctoral School of Social Sciences and will participate in five independent studies, recruiting and assessing participants from both the general public and clinical populations with somatic symptom disorders. Three studies will be conducted in the laboratory, and two in ambulatory settings using a mobile application. Responsibilities include clinically-psychological and psychophysiological assessment (e.g., ECG, photoplethysmography), behavioural and self-report data analysis, and co-development of a mobile application for interoception assessment and training. The doctoral thesis will be based on original manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals, focusing on Biological, Clinical, and Health Psychology. Applicants should have experience or interest in stress, interoception, mental disorders with somatic symptoms, psychological assessment, psychophysiological methods, ambulatory data collection, digital/mobile health technology, and relevant theories and models. B2-level proficiency in the thesis language is required. The University of Luxembourg offers a modern, dynamic, and inclusive research environment, with strong links to professional sectors and a unique urban campus. The position is a fixed-term contract for 36 months, full-time (40 hours/week), based at Belval Campus. The yearly gross salary is EUR 43445. Applications should include a CV, cover letter, and transcript of university-level courses. Early application is encouraged, and all qualified individuals are welcome to apply online through the HR system. The University promotes an inclusive culture and encourages applications from diverse backgrounds. For further details and to apply, visit the application link provided. Applications by email will not be considered.

The University of Luxembourg, a leading international research university, is offering a postdoctoral position in Biological, Clinical, and Health Psychology. The role is embedded within the Faculty of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences (FHSE), which fosters interdisciplinary research across humanities, linguistics, cognitive sciences, and social sciences. The successful candidate will join the DEPLOY project, 'Deploying a Mobile Interoceptive Training to Reduce Somatic Symptom Distress,' funded by the Fonds National de la Recherche Luxembourg (FNR). The project aims to investigate interoception-based training mechanisms to reduce somatic symptom distress and translate these interventions into a mobile application. The postdoctoral researcher will be part of the Brain-Body-Interaction research group and the Clinical Psychophysiology Laboratory, led by Prof. Dr. André Schulz, within the Department of Behavioural and Cognitive Sciences. The interdisciplinary team includes André Schulz (PI), Philip Santangelo, Inès Chihi, and Jochen Klucken, spanning expertise from psychology to engineering and systems biomedicine. Responsibilities include recruiting and assessing participants from both the general public and patients with somatic symptom disorders across five independent studies (three laboratory-based, two ambulatory using a mobile app). The candidate will conduct clinically-psychological and psychophysiological assessments, analyze data from ECG, photoplethysmography, behavioral and self-report measures, and co-develop a mobile application for interoception assessment and training. Additional duties involve supporting project administration and disseminating research findings in international peer-reviewed journals. Applicants should have a strong research profile with internationally recognized expertise in stress, interoception, and mental disorders involving somatic symptoms. Experience in psychological assessment, structured clinical interviews, psychophysiological measurement techniques, ambulatory assessment, and digital/mobile health technologies is highly valued. Fluency in English and German or French is required. The University of Luxembourg offers a modern, dynamic, and inclusive research environment, with staff from over 90 countries and strong links to professional sectors and the Luxembourg labour market. The position is a fixed-term contract for 36 months, full-time (40 hours/week), based at the Belval Campus. The annual gross salary is EUR 85,176. To apply, candidates must submit their application online via the HR system, including a CV, cover letter, PhD diploma or expected defense date, transcript of university-level courses, and a list of publications. Early applications are encouraged as review begins upon receipt. Applications by email will not be considered. The University is committed to equality, diversity, and respect for all employees and students.