Job Description

University Hospital of Psychiatry

Starting date: immediately or as agreed

This is a fixed-term position for one year, with the possibility of extension


We are offering a highly motivated Postdoc researcher the opportunity to join Stegmayer's Lab at the University of Bern. The position is initially limited to one year, with the possibility of extension, and is based at the Center for Translational Research of the University Hospital of Psychiatry. In this role, you will work on innovative research in neuroimaging, emotion regulation, and psychiatric disorders, with a focus on the biological effects of paranoia, under the supervision of Prof. K. Stegmayer, MD.



We offer a multidisciplinary, dynamic academic environment with excellent networking opportunities. The position is remunerated according to the pay scales of the University of Bern for Postdocs.


Responsibilities
Behavioural and MRI data analyses (event-related task activation, resting state, structural data processing (e.g. DTI, cortical thickness and volumetrics) Authoring manuscripts Presenting research progress at lab meetings, conferences, and other scientific forums
Requirements


PhD or an equivalent degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. psychiatry, psychology, medicine, social science, neuropsychology, biomedical engineering, neuroscience or related fields) Experience with neuroimaging techniques and their analysis Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills Ability to work efficiently and in a goal-oriented manner within multidisciplinary teams Research experience in emotion regulation is an advantage
What we offer


A multidisciplinary, diversified and dynamic academic environment Excellent networking opportunities Salary according to the pay scales of the University of Bern for Post-Docs
Application and Contact


For subject-specific questions, Prof. Katharina Stegmayer, Chief Physician / Deputy Director, will be happy to assist:

Tel: +41 58 630 94 83



For questions regarding the application process, please contact:

Nicole Portner, HR Officer

Email: bewerbungen@upd.ch

Tel: +41 58 630 96 71
Please apply by sending your resume, and a cover letter to katharina.stegmayer@unibe.ch by September 30th 2025.



www.karriere.unibe.ch
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