Postdoc scientist in Evolutionary Anthropology 688 views

The Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Anthropology (MPI EVA) is looking for a Postdoc scientist (m/f/d) in a research program on cross-cultural variation in children’s early cognitive development.

Role and responsibilities:

• design and implement theory-driven empirical studies investigating children’s early cognitive development and behavior
• statistical analyses of quantitative data using frequentist and/or Bayesian approaches in R
• express ideas and results in English both in writing and in oral presentations
• work effectively and conscientiously in various cultural settings, including remote settings with limited infrastructure
• promote a culture of good scientific practice, enabling both methodological rigor and innovation

Requirements:

• Applicant must hold PhD in Psychology, Anthropology, Education, Biology or related natural or social sciences.
• Experience in studying children’s cognitive development and in conducting research in various cultural settings, including remote settings with limited infrastructure; frequentist and/or Bayesian statistics; proficient in R
• Applicant must hold very good communication skills in English
• Encouraged to support Open Science practice
• Candidates of all nationalities are invited to apply.

Duration: Full-time position, starting a soon as possible, initially limited to 3 years with the possibility of extension of 2 more years.

How to apply:

Submit application online including:

• A motivation letter
• CV
• List of potential references