[ACT-R-users] Fully funded PhD position in Cognitive Modeling in Groningen

[Niels Taatgen]

PhD position Cognitive Modeling group (1,0 fte) (212207)

Organisation

The Cognitive Modeling group is part of the ALICE research institute of the Department of Artificial Intelligence. The group has a world-class reputation in cognitive modeling, largely based on the ACT-R architecture. The PhD student will carry out his or her research within this group, but will also participate in the Graduate School of Science of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Science, and the School of Behavioral and Cognitive Neurosciences.
Job description

This particular project focuses on the transfer of cognitive skill, that is, how learning one skill can benefit learning other skills. This topic has recently become very relevant in research on "brain training", but also has a broad relevance for education, and general theory development in cognitive science.
The particular direction of the project is still somewhat open, depending on the candidate. It can focus on experimental work that may include eye tracking and fMRI, or developmental phenomena, in which case the focus will be more on modeling itself.
This project will be part of a larger 5-year project "Towards safe and productive multitasking" that is funded by the European Research Council. The project as a whole will involve several research methodologies: human experimentation, fMRI research, computational cognitive modeling and the construction of applications that support multitasking. The team for this project will consist of two other PhD students, a postdoc, and the primary investigator.
Qualifications

A successful candidate has a Master's degree in Cognitive Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology, Artificial Intelligence or a related field, and has programming skills. Experience in running behavioral experiments or in modeling cognition is an advantage.
Conditions of employment

The University of Groningen offers a salary of 2,042 gross per month in the first year up to a maximum of 2,612 gross per month in the final year. The appointment is for a period of four years, which should be finished with a PhD examination. The full time appointment is temporary for 1 year with the perspective of prolongation for another 3 years. After 9 months, there will be an evaluation of the feasibility of successful completion of the PhD thesis within the next three years. A training programme within the Graduate School of Science is part of the agreement. You and your supervisor will make up a plan for additional education and supervising that is specific to your needs.

How to apply:
Send a cover letter (with professional goals and a statement of interest), a curriculum vitae and two references or letters of recommendation (PDF format) before 17 October 2012 by means of the application form, although applications received after the deadline may be considered. (goto http://www.rug.nl/corporate/vacatures/jobOpportunitiesRUG?lang=en, click on the "Cognitive Modeling" opening, and on the bottom of the page you'll find an "Apply" link).

Starting date: as soon as possible.
Information

For information you can contact:
Prof. Niels A. Taatgen,   n.a.taatgen at rug.nl
Additional information

Cognitive Modeling
Website Prof. Niels A. Taatgen
Transfer of Cognitive Skill
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Niels Taatgen - Professor
University of Groningen, Artificial Intelligence
web: http://www.ai.rug.nl/~niels     email: n.a.taatgen at rug.nl
Telephone: +31 50 3636435   Office: Bernouilliborg 322
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