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🧠PhD Student Position – Cognitive Science, Computational Modeling & AI | University of Göttingen
Institution: University of Göttingen – Institute of Computer Science
📍 Location: Göttingen, Germany
đź’Ľ Position Available: PhD Student
🔬 Research Area: Cognitive Science | Behavioral Experiments | Computational Modeling | Machine Learning | Artificial Intelligence
The Laboratory of Natural and Artificial Intelligence (LNAI) at the Institute of Computer Science, University of Göttingen, led by Alireza Modirshanechi, is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD student position. The research group works at the intersection of cognitive science, behavioral experiments, computational modeling, and machine learning.
The position offers an opportunity to work on interdisciplinary research exploring how biological systems make intelligent decisions and how artificial systems can be designed to do the same.
🔬 What You’ll Work On
Cognitive Science & Human Behavior
Investigate how people make decisions, exercise control, and interact with their environments using behavioral experiments and computational approaches.
Computational Modeling
Develop and apply computational models to understand human cognition, decision-making, and behavior.
Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning
Explore how AI systems can learn, maintain, and expand their control over their environments.
Human–AI Interaction
Study how interactions between humans and AI agents influence people’s sense of control and agency.
Interdisciplinary Research
Work across cognitive science, psychology, neuroscience, computer science, mathematics, and machine learning to address fundamental scientific questions.
Experimental & Data Analysis
Design experiments, analyze behavioral and computational data, and use statistics, programming, and data-driven methods to investigate research questions.
🎯 Ideal Candidates
You hold a Master’s degree or are near completion in a relevant field such as:
- Cognitive Science
- Psychology
- Neuroscience
- Computer Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Electrical or Computer Engineering
- Or another closely related discipline
You have strong analytical and computational skills, particularly if applying for the computational/cognitive science aspects of the position.
Experience with computational modeling and experimental design is valuable.
You have strong skills in statistics, data analysis, and programming.
Candidates should demonstrate an interest in working across disciplinary boundaries and combining different research methods.
Curiosity, creativity, independence, and a collaborative mindset are highly valued.
The exact profile may vary depending on the research direction, and applications will be considered holistically based on research fit, potential, and relevant experience.
🌟 What You’ll Gain
- Opportunity to contribute to research at the intersection of cognitive science and artificial intelligence.
- Work in an open, collaborative, and supportive research environment.
- Freedom to pursue ambitious, interdisciplinary research ideas.
- Close mentorship with regular one-on-one meetings and feedback.
- Opportunities to mentor students and take on teaching responsibilities.
- Strong research collaborations in Germany and internationally.
- Networking opportunities with collaborators in Switzerland, the UK, and the US.
- Support for conference travel and scientific exchange.
- Professional and career development opportunities.
- Opportunity to shape the scientific direction and culture of a growing research laboratory.
đź’° Salary & Appointment
Salary: TV-L E13, 100% position
Position Type: Fully Funded PhD Position
Start Date: Flexible, preferably before February 2027
Application Review: Rolling basis
First Review Round: 15 September 2026
Location: Göttingen, Germany
đź“„ How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents as a single PDF:
- Cover letter – Maximum 2 pages, describing your background, research interests, motivation, and connection to the research questions.
- CV – Including publications where applicable.
- Copies of relevant degrees and transcripts.
- Names and contact details of two or three referees.
📧 Email: alireza.modirshanechi@gmail.com
Subject Line: PhD-2026
Applications received by 15 September 2026 will receive full consideration. Recruitment will continue until all positions are filled, so applications after this date may also be considered.
đź“Ś Job Details
Institution: University of Göttingen
Department: Institute of Computer Science
Laboratory: Laboratory of Natural and Artificial Intelligence (LNAI)
Position: PhD Student
Location: Göttingen, Germany
Research Areas: Cognitive Science | Computational Modeling | Machine Learning | Artificial Intelligence | Behavioral Science
Qualification: Master’s degree or near completion in a relevant field
Salary: TV-L E13, 100%
Position Type: Fully Funded PhD
Start Date: Flexible, preferably before February 2027
Application Deadline: 15 September 2026 – First Review Round
Application Mode: Email
Subject: PhD-2026
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