Postdoc in Cognitive Psychology at University of Zurich

We are looking for a Postdoc (80%) at the Cognitive Psychology Unit, Department of Psychology, University of Zurich. The start date can be between December 1st, 2026 and February 1st, 2027. The position is limited until June 2030.

The successful applicant will work with the head of the Cognitive Psychology Unit, Prof. Dr. Klaus Oberauer, and the Cognitive Psychology team. The post involves research and teaching (one course per semester).   

Research at the Zurich Cognitive Psychology Unit focuses on capacity limits of cognition, in particular working memory, long-term memory, and attention, which we investigate with experimental and individual-differences studies and computational modeling. For further information see:

https://www.psychology.uzh.ch/en/areas/nec/allgpsy.html

We offer:

- An attractive research environment with close collaboration within the team 

- Excellent lab infrastructure

- Salary according to Cantonal regulations

 We expect:

- a PhD in psychology or a related discipline

- experience with experimental research

- excellent method knowledge and skills

- very good command of English

- interest in pursuing an academic career in cognitive psychology

 In addition, it would be desirable if you had:

- experience with publishing in international journals

- programming skills

- experience with mathematical / computational modeling

Please send applications including your CV and motivation letter no later than October 15, 2026, electronically as a single PDF to: Klaus Oberauer, k.oberauer@psychologie.uzh.ch

For questions about the position please contact Klaus Oberauer, k.oberauer@psychologie.uzh.ch