Job offers (sorted by deadline)
 Post: Postdoc in Social Psychology
 Location: University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Deadline: September 5, 2010
The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (FMG) is the largest educational and research institution in the social sciences in the Netherlands. The Faculty serves 7,500 students in numerous Bachelor's and Master's programmes in Political Science, Sociology, Anthropology, Communication Science, Psychology, Social Geography, Planning and International Development Studies, and Educational Sciences. The academic staff is employed in education as well as research. There are over 1,100 employees at the Faculty, which resides in a number of buildings in the heart of Amsterdam.
The Department of Psychology is looking for a:
Postdoc in Social Psychology
1.0 FTE (38hrs)
vacancy number 10-2063
We offer a dynamic and supportive environment, in an internationally recognized department that ranks among the best in the Netherlands for research and teaching. The department is situated near the centre of town, and has excellent facilities for undertaking research in a broad range of areas (with state-of-the-art facilities available, such as eye-tracking, EEG, ERP and fMRI, cognitive behavioural testing suites, social observation lab).
Tasks
The postdoc will be hired as part of a research project on 'Humiliation in Conflictual Intergroup Contexts: Causes, Experiences and Consequences' sponsored by the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research (NWO). The postdoc project is concerned with the analysis of the causes, experiences and consequences of humiliation for both minority and majority groups, for example in the Netherlands. The research project primarily has a fundamental research focus, but will also take applications of the results into account. Key questions are the conceptualization of humiliation as a psychological process and the analysis of victim-to-perpetrator trajectories that can fuel intergroup conflicts. The postdoc will have a minor teaching load, consisting mainly of guest lectures in existing courses, small scale undergraduate teaching, and individual supervision of students (max. 20% of the time).
Requirements
A PhD in Social Psychology or a closely related field. Successful applicants should possess an excellent research record, as evidenced by publications. The ideal candidate is an experimental social psychologist with strong research interests in intergroup research, self regulation, or social cognition approaches to intergroup phenomena. We expect excellent writing skills and expertise with respect to advanced statistical analysis and programming of experiments (e.g. in Medialab, Inquisit), as well as the interest to apply techniques such as eye tracking. The candidate should be prepared to devote full attention to the current project.
Further information
For more information please contact Dr Kai J. Jonas: +31 (0)20 525 6888, k.j.jonas@uva.nl
Appointment
We offer a temporary full-time position for one year with - at good performance - the prospect of an extension for another year (in total max. 2 years). The gross monthly salary will range from €3,195 to €3,636.
Job application
Applications should consist of a cover letter describing your scholarly work, a research statement of your current and future research plans and aspirations, a list of potential referees, and a full CV. Please send applications to: Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Department of Social Psychology, Attn. Mrs J. Verduijn, Roetersstraat 15, 1018 WB Amsterdam. Please write "strictly confidential" on the envelope and refer to the number of this vacancy in the top left-hand corner of the envelope. Applications may also be emailed to j.verduijn@uva.nl (please use the number of the vacancy in the header/subject of the email). The closing date is: Sept 5, 2010. We plan to run the interviews with potential candidates in the week starting September 20, 2010.
Refer to
Psychology Research Institute
Social Psychology
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Post: Research Scholarship
Location: Kaolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden
Deadline: September 6, 2010
Karolinska Institutet
announces a research scholarship for
Postdoctoral studies in Social-Affective Cognitive Neuroscience
At the Department of Neuroscience
Description of the research project/area of research
We are seeking a highly talented, innovative and enthusiastic researcher with a PhD awarded within the last three years in Social or Affective Cognitive Neuroscience or related disciplines to work on behavioural and/or fMRI projects related to the interplay between body self-perception and social and affective cognitive processes. Specifically, we are looking for somebody to use ‘out-of-body illusion’ and the ‘body-swapping illusion’ (Ehrsson 2007 Science; Petkova & Ehrsson 2008 PLOS ONE) as novel tools to investigate the role of owning a body for social cognition and the affective self-image.The research will be conducted at the Brain, Body and Self Laboratory (www.ehrssonlab.se) at the Department of Neuroscience and Stockholm Brain Institute, under the supervision of Dr Henrik Ehrsson and Dr. Andreas Olsson. This centre has widespread expertise in neuroimaging methods including fMRI, PET and TMS. The Karolinska Institute has two MR-centres with state-of-the art 1.5T and 3T MR scanners. Our lab is a member of the newly established Stockholm Brain Institute for cognitive and computational neuroscience (www.stockholmbrain.se).
Qualifications of the applicant
The ideal candidate will have expertise in conducting behavioural or fMRI experiments in social-affective cognitive neuroscience, social psychology, or body image psychology. The candidate is expected to actively contribute with own ideas and proposals, so the position is a ‘career development position’ where the candidate will be given the opportunity to develop his or her own line of research. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a consistently strong academic record, including publications in international journals.The positions are time limited for a period 12 months initially, with the possibility of extension for an additional 12 months (we have funding secured for 24 months). The positions are funded by a scholarship. Only applicants with a foreign PhD could apply for this position.A scholarship for the pursuit of postdoctoral studies may be awarded to a person who comes from a country outside of Sweden, and whose intent is to stay in Sweden for his or her entire, or partial, postdoctoral education. The head of the department decides whether the applicant’s education and scientific qualifications will be regarded as equivalent to (or higher than) a Swedish doctorate. Scholarships may not be given to anyone who in the two years before the proposed award of the scholarship has received a salary or remuneration from Karolinska Institutet.
Information about research scholarship for postdoctoral studies
At Karolinska Institutet, scholarships may only be established for the education of the holder. Educational scholarships are restricted for postdoctoral studies lasting up to two years and exempted from Swedish income tax. A scholarship for the pursuit of postdoctoral studies may be awarded for up to two years in the five years following the public defence (or equivalent) of a doctoral thesis. The scholarship amount is approved for up to six months at a time and is paid monthly.
Contact information
For further details about the research project and stipulations of the scholarship, please contact: Dr. Henrik Ehrsson Henrik.ehrsson@ki.se +46-8-524-87231
Please send your application, marked with reference number 3820/2010,to reach us by no later than September 6 2010 to Christina Ingvarsson and Dr. Henrik Ehrsson, see below.The following documents .
(i) Your Curriculum Vitae with full publication list
(ii) Names of three reference persons.
(iii) A description of your qualifications and future research interests and academic goals.
(iv) A copy of your best peer-reviewed publication.
Christina Ingvarsson
Department of Neuroscience
Retzius väg 8
177 77 Stockholm
Sweden
Email: Christina.Ingvarsson@ki.se
Also send an electronic copy of the whole application to Dr. Ehrsson (Henrik.ehrsson@ki.se)
Karolinska Institutet is one of the world´s leading medical universities. Its mission is to contribute to the improvement of human health through research and education. Karolinska Institutet accounts for over 40 per cent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden and offers the country´s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. Since 1901 the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine. |
Post: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Social Psychology (1.0 FTE)
Location: Roehampton University London - Department of Psychology
Deadline: September 8, 2010
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Social Psychology (1.0 FTE)
Roehampton University London - Department of Psychology
HR120/10
Salary - £36,020 - £47,240 p.a. inc.
Roehampton is one of the leading modern universities for research, which was confirmed by its outstanding performance in the 2008 RAE. It also has one of the highest concentrations of National Teaching Fellows in the UK. The University is proud of its strong sense of community among its diverse student and staff population and its tradition of academic excellence that stretches back to the 1840s. Roehampton's stunning 54-acre campus beside Richmond Park is less than 30 minutes from central London.
The Department of Psychology continues to expand its research and teaching provision in psychology, psychological therapies and arts and play therapies. The department is committed to providing excellent research and teaching in an innovative and stimulating environment. We are now looking to recruit ambitious and committed individuals to join the department.
Applications are invited from individuals holding a doctorate in psychology, an established research profile and the ability to teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.
The new post holder will have an established academic profile (research and teaching) in social psychology.
It is essential that applicants should be able to contribute to the teaching of research methods at undergraduate and postgraduate level and make a contribution to one or more of the following specialist modules: music psychology, consciousness, autism, forensic and organisational psychology.
To request an application pack please contact Human Resources on 020 8392 3644 (24 hour answerphone), email jobapplications@roehampton.ac.uk or visit our website at www.roehampton.ac.uk/jobs.
Please quote reference: HR120/10
Please note that CVs alone will not be considered.
Closing date, no later than 5.00pm: Wednesday 8th September 2010
For further information or an informal discussion please contact Karin Moser, PhD, email: k.moser@roehampton.ac.uk
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Post: PhD studentship
Location: University of Sussex, UK
Deadline: September 10, 2010
The Block: A research study for the Grassmarket Project (GMP)
The Block is a three-year youth programme conducted by the Grassmarket Project, involving a series of drama workshops and mentoring opportunities for some of the most disadvantaged and disaffected youths in various boroughs of South and West London. The work culminates in a series of public performances at venues in London and Croydon.
The GMP has commissioned the University of Sussex to conduct a research study of its work on this programme. Dr Robin Banerjee and Professor Rupert Brown will co-supervise a three-year PhD project devoted to understanding the processes and outcomes of GMP's work with young people. The precise details of the work will evolve through a close collaborative partnership with staff in the GMP, but it is anticipated that the research will use both quantitative and qualitative approaches (including interview, questionnaire, and experimental designs) to help us address three key objectives:
1. To describe and evaluate the social, developmental, and emotional features that characterise the lives of the young people targeted by the GMP
2. To illuminate the psychological changes experienced by young people as they participate in the GMP workshops, rehearsals, and drama productions
3. To determine the personal and social impact of the experience with GMP on young people, both in terms of their personal development and in terms of their relationships with others in their community.
In order to accomplish these research goals, it is expected that the PhD researcher would conduct work not only with the participants in GMP workshops, but also with samples of other young people from the same communities. The research will evaluate a number of key dimensions, including:
Social relationships - What kinds of relationships do the young people have with each other and with others, and what are their experiences of social inclusion and exclusion?
Self-perceptions - How do the young people see themselves, not just in general terms (global self-worth) but also in specific domains (e.g., academic, social, physical, behavioural)?
Emotional functioning and subjective well-being What is the profile of the young people with respect to dimensions of emotional health and well-being (e.g., anxiety, depression, life satisfaction)?
Behaviour - How do the young people actually behave, particularly with regard to core dimensions of social skills, aggressive behaviours, and withdrawal?
Aspirations and values - What kinds of life values and goals do the young people have for themselves, both in the short-term and in the long-term?
Throughout the process, we will be able to focus particularly on the multicultural context in which the young people are embedded, with attention to the way that ethnic minorities and immigrant youths relate to each other, to other groups, and to society more generally.
Working closely with the GMP staff, the PhD researcher, Dr Banerjee, and Professor Brown will form a coherent team. They will have regular meetings to plan and monitor the research study, and to discuss implications on an ongoing basis. The project would result in a complete PhD dissertation that provides the background to the research and a detailed analysis of all work undertaken. Conclusions and implications of the work would be drawn out, and an Executive Summary would be provided by Dr Robin Banerjee and Professor Brown for wider dissemination.
Potential applicants can find more information at:
http://www.sussex.ac.uk/psychology/prospectivestudents/doctoral/researchstudentplaces
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Post: Post-Doctoral Research Associate with a PhD in Health or Social Psychology
Location: Centro de Investigação e Intervenção Social (CIS) at ISCTE-IUL in Lisbon, Portugal
Deadline: September 15, 2010
The Centro de Investigação e Intervenção Social (CIS) at ISCTE-IUL in Lisbon
invites applications for a
Post-Doctoral Research Associate with a PhD in Health or Social Psychology.
The Centre for Psychological Research and Social Intervention (CIS) at ISCTE-IUL in Lisbon, Portugal is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a PhD in Health or Social Psychology.
The successful candidate will work on the EU funded collaborative project "Food Risk Communication – Perceptions and communication of food risks/benefits across Europe: development of effective communication strategies." Her or his tasks will involve qualitative and quantitative research in this area in close cooperation with the other project partners. The successful candidate will also take an active part in the management of the project, which involves working in a team, planning, coordinating and supervising work, controlling progress and writing reports.
We offer an excellent opportunity for an independent researcher in several regards: S/he can develop new approaches and methods to study issues of great practical and theoretical relevance. Furthermore, the researcher will collaborate with an international and interdisciplinary team.
Strong skills in writing and data-analysis as well as motivation to publish high quality papers in international journals are desired. Experience with applied research, experimental work, quantitative and qualitative data-analysis, focus groups and working with new social media are all considered favourable. Excellent English skills in conversation and writing as well as very good Portuguese skills or the commitment to acquiring them in the first months of the job are a pre-requisite. Candidates experienced in working with food risk or benefit communication and/or with managing large scale projects will be given priority.
The position is based within the Centre of Psychological Research and Social Intervention (CIS) of the School of Social Sciences and Humanities at ISCTE-IUL. CIS has a strong tradition of research in social, organizational and applied psychology and has recently been evaluated as excellent by the national funding agency (FCT). The work of the Portuguese team of this project is coordinated by Prof. Luisa Lima and Dr. Beate Seibt.
The position is full time with a postdoc-grant (BPD): http://alfa.fct.mctes.pt/apoios/bolsas/valores. The contract will first run for six months, but will be extended with an additional twenty-six months upon satisfactory job performance.
The start date is 1 October 2010 or as soon thereafter as possible.
Application material should contain a cover letter, full CV, a research statement of your current and future research plans and aspirations, and pre-print/re-print of your best article. It should be sent to CIS, Av Forças Armadas, 1649-026 Lisboa, Portugal or as pdf to cis@iscte.pt quoting Ref: FoodRisC. Furthermore, a short application form should be completed online: http://isctecis.qualtrics.com/SE?SID=SV_73a4drLDnJ4yQle
The closing date is: Sept 15, 2010.
For informal enquiries please contact Dr. Beate Seibt on beate.seibt@iscte.pt. Please also visit the CIS webpage at http://www.cis.iscte.pt.
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Post: Lecturer in Social Sciences - Cognitive / Biological Psychology
Location: Cardiff University - Cardiff School of Social Sciences
Deadline: September 23, 2010
Lecturer in Social Sciences - Cognitive / Biological Psychology
Cardiff University - Cardiff School of Social Sciences
The School was rated in the last RAE as amongst the top five social science departments in the UK and now wishes to consolidate its strengths in quantitative research and psychology to meet an expanding agenda of national and international research. This is an exciting opportunity to join a large, vibrant and ambitious School that seeks to be a world leader in helping to tackle the problems of our time through an interdisciplinary public social science.
The School is looking to appoint an outstanding individual, able to teach cognitive and biological psychology, and to undertake research consistent with the scholarship expected in an interdisciplinary school of social science. You will join a group of psychologists committed to the exploration of the interdisciplinary context of psychology in the social sciences, with particular emphasis on critical and qualitative approaches in psychology. Cognitive and biological psychologists with any specialism are invited to apply. This position is fixed-term for 3 years.
Salary: £29,853 - £43,840 per annum
Informal enquires on these posts may be made to Professor Malcolm Williams, Director, Cardiff School of Social Sciences on + 44 (0) 29 2087 5359, email: WiliamsMD4@cardiff.ac.uk
For an application pack and details of all our vacancies, visit www.cardiff.ac.uk/jobs. Alternatively, email vacancies@cardiff.ac.uk or telephone + 44 (0) 29 2087 4017 quoting vacancy number 410.
Closing date for all posts: Thursday, 23 September 2010
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Post: 3-year full-time PhD Research Bursaries x 4
Location: Roehampton University London, Department of Psychology
Deadline: September 27, 2010
Roehampton University London, Department of Psychology
3-year full-time PhD Research Bursaries x 4
The Psychology Department intends to appoint, for October 2010, four, 3-year fixed term, research bursaries. A bursary of 15,590 per annum is payable to support full-time PhD research studies and tuition fees are paid for by the University. Successful applicants will be expected to undertake certain teaching assistant duties such as supporting research methods across the curriculum. Applications are open to any area in psychology.
Further information about the bursaries can be found at
http://www.roehampton.ac.uk/about/jobopportunities/page31554.html
Applicants should hold a 1st or 2:1 honours degree in psychology or other related discipline. Application packs can be obtained at http://www.roehampton.ac.uk/graduateschool/prospectiveresearchstudents/howtoapply/index.html
Please quote PSYBUR1011 – advert closes 27th September 2010
For further information and informal discussion for candidates in social and organisational psychology please contact Karin Moser, PhD, email: k.moser@roehampton.ac.uk
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Post: Tenure-Track Position: Social Psychology
Location: Clark University, USA
Deadline: September 28, 2010
Tenure-Track Position: Social Psychology, Clark University
The Hiatt School of Psychology invites applications for a tenure track position in social psychology to begin in August 2011. Noted for its rich history in Psychology, Clark University offers the advantages of both a distinguished research university and a small liberal arts college (see http://www.clarku.edu/~psydept). The Psychology Department has Ph.D. programs in Social, Clinical, and Developmental Psychology.
Rank is open, although preference will be given to candidates at the assistant or associate level. We seek a social psychologist particularly interested both in theory and application related to socially relevant issues. Areas of research interest include intergroup relations, ethnic violence and discrimination, conflict transformation, societal norm change or social movements and collective action, immigration, and other topics that intersect with political psychology. We seek candidates who combine multiple methods in their research, have experience working in diverse cultural contexts (including outside the U.S.), and who practice a contextualized as well as theoretically grounded social psychology. The preferred candidate would provide synergistic links with the other programs in the department and with other University programs such as the Strassler Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies, International Development and Social Change, the Race and Ethnic Relations program, or the Mosakowski Institute for Public Enterprise. Candidates should have a productive program of research that shows promise for obtaining external funding. The successful candidate is expected to be able to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in social psychology, research methods or statistics, and her/his area of expertise.
Applicants should send a statement of research and teaching interests, CV, and three representative publications (one of which should, preferably, be theoretical), and should arrange to have three letters of recommendation sent electronically to socialpsychsearch2010@clarku.edu. Review of applications will begin September 28th, 2010. AA/EOE. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Post: tenure track position in SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Location: Florida Atlantic University, USA
Deadline: September 30, 2010
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
The Department of Psychology at Florida Atlantic University invites applications for a tenure track position in SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY (Position # 990589), beginning August 2011. We welcome applications from researchers in any area of social psychology. The department has an existing strength in the application of complexity and dynamical systems to personal, interpersonal, and collective processes, but outstanding candidates applying other approaches to the study of social psychology will also be considered. Preference will be given to candidates with strong quantitative skills who could teach graduate statistics courses. We anticipate hiring at the assistant professor level, although outstanding candidates of higher rank will also be considered.
The successful candidates will be expected to maintain a productive, externally funded research program and to contribute to graduate and undergraduate teaching. Applicants must have a PhD in psychology or a related area at the time of appointment, and postdoctoral experience is desirable. The application deadline is September 30th, 2010.
Please submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research and teaching interests, and reprints to https://jobs.fau.edu, searching by position number.
Applicants should have three letters of recommendation sent to Social Faculty Search, Department of Psychology, FAU, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33431.
A background check is required for candidates selected for this position. FAU is an Equal Opportunity/ Equal Access Institution.
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Post: Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Work Psychology
Location: Aston Business School (Birmingham, UK)
Deadline: October 14, 2010
Aston Business School (Birmingham, UK) is looking for a work psychologist to join their Work and Organisational Psychology Group (see advert below). This is a large and very research-focused group that contains several faculty members who integrate social and applied psychology perspectives to understanding peoples’ behavior in the work place (current faculty include Robin Martin, Geoff Thomas, Ann Davis, Steve Woods, Claudia Sacramento, Yves Guillaume). This position would be suitable for a social psychologist who currently conducts research, or would like to pursue research, which can be applied to the world of work. Please contact Robin Martin if you would like to discuss this position (r.martin@aston.ac.uk)
Senior Lecturer/Lecturer in Work Psychology
£31,671 to £43,840 to £52,347 (exceptionally to £68,301) p.a.
Aston Business School is one of Europe’s leading business schools, with the majority of its research rated world-leading or internationally excellent in RAE2008, QAA 24/24 for teaching quality and accredited by AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. We have a thriving research culture and strong demand from well-qualified students for a range of undergraduate, Masters and post-experience courses.
The Work and Organisational Psychology group and the Aston Centre for Human Resources is keen to build on this continuing success and therefore is able to offer an exciting opportunity to a research active person to join our team.
You will join colleagues carrying out cutting edge research and engaging our motivated and able student groups at postgraduate and undergraduate level in Human Resource Management and Work Psychology. We invite applicants in any area of Work Psychology that compliments the research profile of the group.
We offer a highly supportive environment with opportunities for personal development and participation in our expanding Executive Development programmes.
You will have a relevant PhD and be committed to excellence in teaching at all levels. A passion for rigorous and relevant research and a track record in publishing in high quality outlets is a must. Chartered Occupational Psychologist status from the British Psychological Society would be an advantage.
Application forms and further particulars are available on our web site: http://www.aston.ac.uk/jobs, by email: recruitment@aston.ac.uk or by telephoning: 0121 359 0870 (24 hour answerphone). (CVs will only be considered if accompanied by a completed application form) Reference no: R100177
Interviews: 14 October 2010
For informal discussions relating to these posts, contact Robin Martin on +44(0) 121 204 4296or via email at r.martin@aston.ac.uk. Alternatively, for general enquiries about the group, contact Jenny Thompson on j.l.Thompson@aston.ac.uk, tel. +44(0) 121 204 3257.
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Post: Behaviour Change psychologist
Location: Vlaardingen, The Netherlands
Deadline:
Unilever Discover Vlaardingen is Unilever's central research institute for the Food Business. Unilever Discover Vlaardingen creates and delivers business relevant and unique solutions underpinning brand innovation programmes, based on scientific and technological capabilities.
The science area Sensation Perception & Behaviour (SP&B) contributes to Unilever Discover by turning knowledge of human perception and behaviour into consumer insights that drive product innovations and marketing communication. SP&B is looking for a:
Behaviour Change psychologist
(based in Vlaardingen the Netherlands; vacancy nr. 26955)
With expertise in the area of behaviour change, familiar and experienced with the latest theories on behaviour change, habit formation and persuasion.
Your role:
- Lead various (sub)projects and participate in larger multi-disciplinary teams, which will require independent planning and execution of tasks;
- Write project proposals based on the needs of the business and the objectives of SPB and manage the delivery of agreed project milestones;
- Drive the production of plans, reports and operating procedures relevant to SPB R&D functions;
- Discuss and align research activities with fellow Research Scientists in Unilever Discover Vlaardingen;
- Align research project deliverables and obtain business support for strategic research projects with Business managers.
- Drive one or more selected topics within the field of psychology, particularly in the area of behaviour change;
- Monitor scientific developments in the field of cognitive and health psychology in order to assess its relevance and impact for the business;
- Manage and support fellow scientists in SPB to ensure the quality of the scientific output of the department;
- Generate and develop new ideas for the Unilever business, and initiate and manage research projects in the area of behaviour change;
- Supervise and carry out literature reviews, synthesising information for different audiences (e.g. scientists, product developers, marketers) in English; ensuring they reach high standards and are prepared on time;
- Publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals;
- Represent SPB at scientific conferences.
Your background:
- Doctoral degree (PhD) in the area of cognitive psychology/social psychology/health promotion and education, or a Master's (MSc) with at least 4 years of relevant work experience;
- At least 5 years of relevant experience (excluding PhD) in conducting research in the area of behaviour change;
- A strong publication record;
- Experience with (scientific) research in the area of habit formation is desirable;
- An extensive and active international academic network that allows new developments in the area to be integrated rapidly and that provides contact with potential consultants/collaborators;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English), ability to present to different audiences (e.g. scientists, product developers, marketers) in English;
- An interest in working outside your current area of expertise, and ability to do so;
- Practical experience of scientific research in a business environment is desirable.
Applications:
If you want to apply please send your CV and letter of motivation to recruitment.nl@unileverservices.com. You can also contact this address for any additional information about the vacancy. Dutch applicants can find this vacancy on www.unilever.nl and they can also submit their CV and letter of motivation through the website. For any additional information about Unilever, please visit www.unilever.com.
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Post: Senior Cognitive Neuroscientist
Location: Vlaardingen, The Netherlands
Deadline:
Unilever Discover Vlaardingen is Unilever's central research institute for the Food Business. Unilever Discover Vlaardingen creates and delivers business relevant and unique solutions underpinning brand innovation programmes, based on scientific and technological capabilities.
The science area Sensation Perception & Behaviour (SPB) contributes to Unilever Discover Vlaardingen by turning knowledge of human perception and behaviour into consumer insights that drive product innovations and marketing communication. SP&B is looking for a:
Senior Cognitive Neuroscientist
(based in Vlaardingen the Netherlands; Vacancy nr. 25657)
With expertise in assessing the effects of food and ingredients on human cognitive performance (memory, attention, sleep, stress).
Your role:
- Lead various project teams and participate in larger multi-disciplinary teams, which will require independent planning and execution of tasks;
- Write project proposals based on the needs of the business and the objectives of SPB and manage the delivery of agreed project milestones;
- Lead the production of plans, reports and operating procedures relevant to SPB R&D functions;
- Discuss and align research activities with fellow Research Scientists in Unilever Discover Vlaardingen;
- Align research project deliverables and obtain business support for strategic research projects with Business managers
- Lead one or more selected topics within the field of psychology, particularly in the area of memory, attention, stress, sleep;
- Monitor scientific developments in the field of cognitive and bio-psychology (functional effects of food on cognition) in order to assess its relevance and impact for the business;
- Support, coach and mentor fellow scientists in SPB to ensure the quality of the scientific output of the department;
- Generate and develop new ideas for the Unilever business, and initiate and manage research projects in the area of (cognitive) psychology;
- Supervise and carry out literature reviews, synthesising information for different audiences (e.g. scientists, product developers, marketers) in English; ensuring they reach high standards and are prepared on time;
- Publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals;
- Represent SPB at scientific conferences;
- Establish international collaborations, represent Unilever to key external researchers, and attract research funds with academia and other research institutes.
Your background:
- Doctoral degree (PhD) in cognitive/experimental/bio- psychology;
- At least 5 years of relevant experience (excluding PhD), with a specialisation in the area of human cognitive performance;
- Experience with research with human participants;
- Experience with (scientific) research in the area of stress and/or sleep is desirable;
- A strong publication record in cognitive, experimental, or bio-psychology;
- Experience in managing a research team;
- An extensive and active international academic network that allows new developments in the area to be integrated rapidly and that provides contact with potential consultants/collaborators;
- Track record of successful grant applications and international research collaborations;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and the ability to present to different audiences (e.g. scientists, product developers, marketers);
- An interest in working outside your current area of expertise, and ability to do so;
- Practical experience of scientific research in a business environment is desirable.
Applications:
If you want to apply please send your CV and letter of motivation to recruitment.nl@unileverservices.com. You can also contact this address for any additional information about the vacancy. Dutch applicants can find this vacancy on www.unilever.nl and they can also submit their CV and letter of motivation through the website. For any additional information about Unilever, please visit www.unilever.com.
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Post: Multisensory scientist
Location: Vlaardingen, The Netherlands
Deadline:
Unilever Discover Vlaardingen is Unilever's central research institute for the Food Business. Unilever Discover Vlaardingen creates and delivers business relevant and unique solutions underpinning brand innovation programmes, based on scientific and technological capabilities.
The science area Sensation Perception & Behaviour (SPB) contributes to Unilever Discover Vlaardingen by turning knowledge of human perception and behaviour into consumer insights that drive product innovations and marketing communication. SP&B is looking for a:
Multisensory scientist
(based in Vlaardingen the Netherlands; Vacancy nr. 26953)
With expertise in the area of sensory perception and multisensory integration, preferably in the context of taste and olfaction; neurocognitive processes associated with food liking and choice; design and conduct of experimental research studies.
Your role:
- Lead designated project(s) within SPB, aligning deliverables with Project Leaders and Business Managers and including managing a team towards delivery of agreed milestones, delivering high-quality scientific output and insights to our business;
- Contribute as team member to projects and multi-disciplinary teams, providing expertise in design and analysis of sensory and consumer studies;
- Contribute to internal and external research projects and collaborations, and represent Unilever to external researchers;
- Discuss and align research activities with the Science Leaders and fellow Research Scientists in Unilever R&D;
- Shared responsibility for establishing and managing new strategic research themes to ensure the continuity of our scientific expertise and generate new ideas and longer-term opportunities for our business;
- Interpretation, presentation and reporting of project findings;
- Provide up-to-date expertise in the fields of multisensory science and related areas, and influences on perception and choice behaviour;
- Monitor scientific developments in these fields in order to assess their relevance to and impact for the business
- Generate and develop new ideas for research and the Unilever business;
- Active participation in internal team meetings;
- Carry out literature and other reviews synthesising, reporting and presenting information to different audiences
- Publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals;
- Represent SPB at scientific congresses and conferences.
Your background:
- PhD in area of multisensory science;
- Publication record in the field of multisensory science;
- Practical experience of scientific research, including sensory and consumer studies, in an academic / business environment;
- An active international academic network in the relevant fields;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English) and the ability to present to different audiences;
- An interest and ability to extend expertise to work outside current skill area.
Applications:
If you want to apply please send your CV and letter of motivation to recruitment.nl@unileverservices.com. You can also contact this address for any additional information about the vacancy. Dutch applicants can find this vacancy on www.unilever.nl and they can also submit their CV and letter of motivation through the website. For any additional information about Unilever, please visit www.unilever.com.
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Post: Cognitive neuroscientist / Cognitive psychologist
Location: Vlaardingen, The Netherlands
Deadline:
Unilever Discover Vlaardingen is Unilever's central research institute for the Food Business. Unilever Discover Vlaardingen creates and delivers business relevant and unique solutions underpinning brand innovation programmes, based on scientific and technological capabilities.
The science area Sensation Perception & Behaviour (SPB) contributes to Unilever Discover Vlaardingen by turning knowledge of human perception and behaviour into consumer insights that drive product innovations and marketing communication. SP&B is looking for a:
Cognitive neuroscientist / Cognitive psychologist
(based in Vlaardingen the Netherlands; Vacancy nr. 26956)
Who is familiar and experienced with theories on neuroeconomics, decision making and reward.
Your role:
- Develop project proposals based on the needs of the business and the objectives of SP&B and manage the delivery of agreed project milestones. This may include managing a team that assists you;
- Contribute to various projects and multi-disciplinary teams, which will require independent planning and execution of tasks;
- Frequently discuss, and align research activities with the Lead Scientists and fellow Research Scientists in Unilever Discover Vlaardingen;
- Align research activities with business managers;
- Provide up-to-date expertise on one or more selected topics within the field of cognitive psychology / cognitive neuroscience, human food choice behaviour and neuroeconomics;
- Monitor scientific developments in the field of human decision making, reward and neuroeconomics, in order to assess relevance and impact for the business;
- Generate and develop new ideas for the Unilever business, and initiate and manage qualitative and quantitative projects activities in the area of consumer science;
- Carry out literature-, cross-category- and/or other reviews synthesizing information, reports, and/or presentations for different audiences (e.g. scientists, product developers, marketers) in English;
- Analyze, interpret and present qualitative and quantitative data, especially neuroscientific data;
- Publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed international journals;
- Represent our expertise group at scientific conferences.
Your background:
- Doctoral degree (PhD) in the area of cognitive psychology/ cognitive neuroscience (particularly in the area of decision making and reward) or neuroeconomics, or a Master’s (MSc) with at least 4 years of relevant work experience;
- A strong publication record in the area of human food choice and/or neuroeconomics, reward and decision making;
- An active, international academic network that allows new developments in the area to be integrated rapidly and that provides contact with potential consultants/collaborators;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills (in English);
- Practical experience of scientific research in a business environment will be an asset.
Applications:
If you want to apply please send your CV and letter of motivation to recruitment.nl@unileverservices.com. You can also contact this address for any additional information about the vacancy. Dutch applicants can find this vacancy on www.unilever.nl and they can also submit their CV and letter of motivation through the website. For any additional information about Unilever, please visit www.unilever.com.
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Post: Two PhD Studentships in Psychology
Location: Jacobs University Bremen, Germany
Deadline:
Jacobs University Bremen invites applications for two PhD studentships in psychology to carry out research in the context of an EU funded project called eCUTE on artificial emotions and virtual reality, with the start date of September 2010.
eCUTE will develop innovative technologically-enhanced learning approaches in cultural awareness and understanding, based on virtual world simulations with intelligent interactive graphical characters embodying models of culturally-specific behaviour and interaction in scenarios developed via a user-centred design process. It will target two contrasting learner types: late primary-age children (9-11) and young adults (18-25).
Applicants should have a diploma or master’s degree in psychology or connected disciplines if their BA is in psychology. Candidates should have tangible interests in two or more of the following domains; intercultural differences, nonverbal behaviour, developmental psychology, psychophysiology, artificial emotions, virtual reality.
The successful candidates will be expected to work in close collaboration with the team at Jacobs University, helping with the development of realistic scenarios and behaviors involving cultural differences in interaction behaviour. In this context they will also test the impact of the eCUTE training with regard to increases in
sensitivity and empathic responses using self-report, expressive behaviour, and physiological responses in the laboratory. Applicants are expected to write their PhD thesis within 3 years and should contribute at all levels with the ongoing research, including some minor administrative duties linked to the project. Excellent skills in written and spoken English are required.
Candidates should also be committed to the dissemination of their research in international journals and conferences. Current knowledge of German is not a pre-requisite. Experience with large scale research projects (e.g., as student assistants) is an advantage.Applications will be considered from August 1, until both positions are filled. They should include: a) transcripts of previous studies; b) detailed CV; c) formal letter outlining the candidate's motivation and research interests; and d) two letters of recommendation (recommendation letters can be sent directly).
Please send your documents as hard copy to
Prof. Arvid Kappas, PhD
Jacobs University Bremen, School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Campus Ring 1
D-28759 Bremen, Germany
In addition, all materials should be sent electronically to a.kappas@jacobs-university.de. Further questions can be addressed to Prof. Kappas
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Masters and PhD programs
Master of Psychological Science & Master of Psychological Science in Social Psychology
Location: University of Limerick in Ireland
Re: Two new master programmes at the University of Limerick in Ireland: Master of Psychological Science & Master of Psychological Science in Social Psychology
Master of Psychological Science
The 1-year Master of Psychological Science (MPsychSc) programme is based on a collaboration of the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Education and Health Sciences), the Department of Manufacturing and Operations Engineering / Design and Technology (Faculty and Science and Engineering), the Department of Personnel and Employment Relations (Kemmy Business School), and the Physical Education and Sport Sciences Department (Faculty of Education and Health Sciences). The programme provides students with a large menu of modules that reflect the breadth of psychological research and its applications. With key emphases on methods and the science of psychology the programme represents an exit route for those interested in research careers in the voluntary/state sector. And the programme provides an excellent basis for entry to doctoral level degree programmes in psychology.
Master of Psychological Science in Social Psychology
The 1-year Master of Psychological Science in Social Psychology (MPsychSc Social Psychology) programme is based in the Department of Psychology (Faculty of Education and Health Sciences). The new and vibrant department has an explicit focus on the area of Social Psychology, making it unique in Ireland. Our expertise lies in the areas of social identity, social development, social cognition and decision making, minority-majority relations, prejudice, social exclusion and crowd behaviour. The master programme thus reflects the core orientation of the department, and the additional emphases on methods and the science of psychology make this programme exceptional in the Republic of Ireland. The programme represents an exit route for those interested in research careers in the voluntary/state sector, and it provides an excellent basis for entry to doctoral level degree programmes in psychology.
Both programmes will start in September 2010. Applications are now being accepted. The late date for the receipt of complemented applications is first Friday in July. Applications received after the closing date may be considered if there are places available on the course.
For further information please contact me directly (email: eric.igou@ul.ie; phone: +353 (0)61 234657) or visit the following websites: www.ul.ie/psychology or http://www2.ul.ie/web/WWW/Services/Research/Graduate_School/Prospective_Students/Graduate_Programmes/Taught_Programmes/Education_%26_Health_Sciences
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PhD Program in Psychology
Location: University of Zurich, Switzerland
PhD Program in Psychology at the University of Zurich
Graduates interested in gaining a profound education in and around their research experience in state of the art psychology are encouraged to apply to our three-year PhD Program in Psychology at the University of Zurich. Students choose from a broad coursework with two main foci: methodology and scientific writing including individual coaching. Students compile their own individual study profile so that it suits their background and ambitions. The program has an international orientation. Many courses are taught in English, by prominent scientists and internationally renowned scholars. Moreover, students are actively encouraged to engage in many academic activities such as university teaching, publishing in laymen media, research stay abroad, presenting at international conferences, writing research grant applications, by accrediting such involvement with ECTS points.
The program offers a series of advanced courses on research methods and statistics, scientific writing and presentation skills. Moreover, students have the opportunity to attend specialised courses in diverse areas of psychology. All courses received excellent ratings by the PhD students in their evaluation. Summer schools are planned which involve several chairs of the department and their scientific cooperation partners, prompting students to extrapolate their project into a broader scientific context and stimulating them to pursue research that uses different methods and extends beyond their discipline. Apart from collecting ECTS points, students engage in their research project, generally resulting in publishable peer-reviewed journal articles.
Please find relevant information here: http://www.psychologie.uzh.ch/studium/doktorat/doktoratsstudium_en.html
The Management PhD Program finances the coursework, however, does not offer any funding. Positions for PhD students are allocated by their main supervisor, please contact the professors at the department. Interested students are encouraged to apply for fellowships.
For further information please contact:
Dr. Maj-Britt Niemi - Manager PhD Program
University of Zurich
Institute of Psychology
Binzmuehlestrasse 14/1 (BIN 0.D.29)
8050 Zurich - Switzerland
Phone: +41 44 635 71 78,
Fax: +41 44 635 71 59
Mail: doktorat@psychologie.uzh.ch
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*New* Social Cognition MSc program
Location: University College London, UK
Call for Applications: *New* Social Cognition MSc program at the University College London
Dear colleagues,
we are pleased to inform you that the University College London is starting a new MSc program on Social Cognition (MSc in Social Cognition: Research and Applications). This 1-year program draws on cutting edge expertise on core domains of social cognition, attitudes, judgment and decision making and on social neuroscience. With 4 core modules, and 2 specialist options, the program is tailored so that students can specialize in one of three strands of social cognition: mainstream social cognition, judgment and decision making, or social neuroscience. The department has advanced technology for the study of socio-cognitive processes, including fMRI, eye-, speech- and motion-tracking equipment for dyadic and group settings, as well as a 360 o video camera.
Students will profit from UCLs and Londons vibrant research environment, with regular scientific meetings that attract leading international experts. In addition, as one of the worlds foremost commercial and political centers, London provides excellent opportunities for high-level applied research.
Please alert students in your department who may have an interest in this program. The program starts in September 2010. A link to the program can be found at:
http://www.ucl.ac.uk/lifesciences-faculty/degree-programmes/social-cognition
Questions can be directed to Ren Kopietz ( r.kopietz@ucl.ac.uk )
Best regards,
Ana & Ren
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Ana Guinote, PhD (Program Director)
& Ren Kopietz, PhD
Cognitive, Perceptual & Brain Sciences
University College London
26 Bedford Way
London WC1 0AP
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Research Master's programme in Psychology
Location: University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Research Master's programme in Psychology at the University of Amsterdam
Students interested in pursuing a career in science are encouraged to apply to our two-year Research Master in Psychology at the University of Amsterdam . Students choose from six specialisations in Psychology, one as their major and one as their minor. Students compile their own individual programme of study so that it suits their experience, ambitions, talents and interest. The programme has an international orientation. All courses are taught in English, by prominent scientists, and each year students take part in seminars on cutting edge developments in Psychology, offered by internationally renowned scholars. Moreover, students are actively involved in research themselves.
The programme offers a series of advanced courses on research methods and statistics, programming skills and scientific writing an presenting skills. On a theoretical level, students will attend specialised courses in at least two areas of Psychology. Students opting for a major in Social Psychology can combine this with a minor in any of the five remaining research areas offered by the Psychology Department at the University of Amsterdam : Clinical Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Psychological Methods, Psychonomics and Work and Organizational Psychology. All these programmes received good to excellent ratings in the recent research appraisal. Combining a major in Social Psychology with a minor an another area, allows students to put the study of Social Psychology into a broader scientific context and stimulates them to pursue research that uses different methods and extends beyond the boundaries of the discipline. For example, the available resources in neuroimaging (fMRI), virtual reality and physiological measures can provide students with valuable methodological knowledge. Apart from taking courses, students engage in two research projects, at least one of them resulting in a report in the form of a publishable journal article. The goal of the programme is to furnish its graduates with a profound education and research experience in cutting edge psychological research. It seeks to prepare students for a scientific career, within or outside a university setting. On the following site http://www.student.uva.nl/msc-psychology you can find relevant information about the programme, you can download the digital course catalogue and find information about the application procedure.
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A Unique Master's program in Social Psychology
Location: VU University Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Dear colleagues,
I’d like to call your attention to our unique and outstanding Research Master’s Program in Social Psychology. Please pass on this information to talented undergraduates who might be interested.
The program
The VU University Amsterdam offers an outstanding 2-year Research Master’s Program in Social Psychology. The program adopts a multi-disciplinary and research-oriented approach to understanding fundamental social psychological processes, incorporating biological, cognitive, economic, neuroscientific, and evolutionary perspectives. The teaching include themes such as self-regulation, cognition and emotion, motivation and communication, interpersonal relations, group processes, as well as important skills-related courses such as writing and presenting, methods and statistics, and translating knowledge to help understand important social issues (such as discrimination, conflict, environmental issues, and economic decision making) .
Expert workshops
The program includes several Expert Workshops taught by renowned leaders in the field (in recent years, David Amodio, Art Aron, Roy Baumeister, Linnda Caporael, Hart Blanton, John Cacioppo, Anne Maass, Gün Semin, Eliot Smith, Russell Spears, Dianne Tice, Kip Williams). Students also receive excellent research experience, preparing several research proposals and carrying out a multitude of full-scale research projects. Research resources include four excellent laboratories that enable the use of computer-assisted research, observational research methods, physiological measures, and fMRI.
The department
The department has a vibrant and intellectually stimulating climate, and is international in orientation. Hence, all program activities are in English. Our faculty are strong scientists and teachers, who provide excellent support in the form of mentorship and research supervision. Teachers in the program include Catrin Finkenauer, Sander Koole, Caryl Rusbult, Wilco van Dijk, Paul van Lange, Esther van Leeuwen, and Jan-Willem van Prooijen.
The students
The students are outstanding – young adults who’ve come here from around the world in order to pursue graduate education in Social Psychology (our current and previous students are from many different countries, such as the United States, Canada, Germany, Finland, Italy, Poland, Panama, and Vietnam). We encourage applications from intelligent, enthusiastic, and highly motivated students.
We provide good support for immigration procedures, we offer a number of merit-based fellowships and grants, and students can also apply for university housing. Following completion of the program, students will enjoy excellent prospects, including opportunities for PhD work (over 50% of our graduates found PhD work here at the VU or elsewhere), or jobs in the public or private sector. And last but not least, Amsterdam is an easy and attractive place to live for non-Dutch speakers!
So... this is a terrific program, and a terrific opportunity! Please convey this information to talented undergraduate students who might be interested.
More information can be obtained by contacting Carla Heldens ( socialpsychology@psy.vu.nl ), or through our website: www.williamjames.nl research master’s Social Psychology
Paul van Lange, Chair
Department of Social Psychology
VU University Amsterdam
Van der Boechorststraat 1
1081 BT Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Masters and PhD programs at the University of Kent, UK
Location: Canterbury, Kent, UK
Please find information on the Masters and PhD Program of the University of Kent by clicking here
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Research masters Program
Location: Utrecht Graduate School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, The Netherlands
Research masters Program:
Social and Health Psychology: Research in Behavioural Regulation (SHP)
General
Offered by Utrecht Graduate School of Social and Behavioural Sciences
Language English
Duration 2 years
Start September each year
www.uu.nl/internationalmasters
Student Profile
Students with a BA Behavioural Sciences (Psychology, Pedagogy) can apply for the programme. PHR is a research master, so applicants must be motivated to do research and to become a researcher. Knowledge of statistics is required. Students will be selected on the basis of their grade point average, an essay on their motivation, and sometimes interviews.
Programme description
The master programme is based on the understanding that people are able to regulate their behaviour, that is to predict, plan, control, and change their behavioural efforts in service of their short-term and long-term personal goals. As such, the programme highlights issues and questions relating to how and why people manage to regulate their behaviour in the face of competing interests and distracting circumstances. The purpose of the master programme is to familiarize students with theories of behavioural regulation that focus on motivational, affective, and cognitive aspects of the regulation of behaviour and their interaction, and to teach how students may apply basic knowledge and innovative research methods in addressing specific research questions relating to phenomena of behavioural regulation.
This approach to behavioural regulation is demonstrated in two domains of psychology that present particularly challenging questions about the regulation of behaviour, namely interpersonal behaviour (e.g., social justice and morality behaviour; the relative self in social comparison processes; conflict in interpersonal behaviour; and automaticity in social behaviour) and health behaviour (e.g., eating and sexual behaviour as prototypical examples of visceral health behaviours; trauma and loss and their impact on well-being; psychobiological adjustment to illness), and which represent the main research themes of the two research groups involved in the master programme, the Department of Social and Organizational Psychology and the Department of Clinical and Health Psychology respectively.
For those students who want to combine a research career with clinical work the program facilitates extracurricular clinical internships.
Why choose Utrecht University?
A distinctive feature of the programme is the integrative practice and research seminars, which constitute an academic environment that enables students to learn from each other. Once students have chosen a field of specialization, they are assigned an individual tutor who will provide assistance and supervision. Throughout the course, the students present their work to a forum of senior staff, invited experts and fellow students. This interactive nature of the course ensures contact with and exposure to a broad range of other fields of psychology.
Perspectives for graduates
The master programme prepares candidates for an academic career that is, for a subsequent Ph.D. programme as well as for a career as an applied researcher in domains relating to the regulation of behaviour. Students are taught how to apply basic knowledge and specific research methods derived from the field of social/organizational and clinical/health psychology to the study of behavioural regulation
Entry requirements
Students with a GPA between 3.0 and 3.5 (Dutch equivalent: 7 or better) will have a good chance of being selected if their previous studies fit well with the Social and Health Psychology: Research in Behavioural Regulation (SHP) programme. Students who meet the admission requirements and have a GPA of 3.5 (or the Dutch equivalent: 8) or higher will be accepted. Proof of English language proficiency is required.
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