Postdoc in Cognitive Computational Neuroscience and Human Movement Perception at University of Copenhagen – Denmark

Summary

The University of Copenhagen’s Department of Psychology seeks a postdoctoral researcher for a 30‑month fixed‑term position starting March 2027. The role is part of the project “Mapping Experience of Action: Redefining Theories of Consciousness”, funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark. The successful candidate will conduct research on cognitive computational neuroscience and human movement perception, with limited teaching duties. Applicants must hold a PhD, demonstrate strong skills in cognitive modelling, experimental design, and data analysis, and provide a CV, cover letter, qualification documents, publication list, short project description, and research plan. Salary starts at DKK 39,000 per month plus an 18.07 % pension contribution. The deadline for applications is 1 December 2026.

Key Facts

Department	Department of Psychology
Position Type	Postdoctoral
Discipline	Neuroscience
Research Area	Cognitive Computational Neuroscience and Human Movement Perception
Degree Required	PhD
Salary	DKK 39,000 per month + 18.07% pension contribution
Funding	Project funded by the Independent Research Fund Denmark
Contract Duration	30 months (2.5 years)
Language	English
Deadline	2026-12-01
Required Documents	CV (max. 3 pages), Cover letter including preferred starting date, Documentation of qualifications (exam certificates and PhD diploma), Complete publication list, Short project description (max. 2 pages), Research plan (max. 2 pages)
Employer Contact	Mark Schram Christensen (email: [email protected], phone: +45-3532 2448)

About the Project

The project aims to map the experience of action by integrating psychophysical experiments, computational modelling, and philosophical analysis to understand how bodily and neural signals generate movement awareness. It seeks to advance theories of consciousness and evaluate leading neuroscientific models of conscious experience through interdisciplinary approaches.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct research within the main project on cognitive computational neuroscience and human movement perception
• Participate in limited teaching obligations as determined by the university
• Collaborate closely with project members from cognitive neuroscience, philosophy, and data science
• Engage in daily lab activities as part of the Cognition, Intention and Action research group

Required Skills

• Strong skills in cognitive modelling
• Experimental design expertise
• Data handling and analysis proficiency
• Record of relevant scientific publications

Who Should Apply

Researchers who have completed a PhD in cognitive neuroscience, computational neuroscience, cognitive modelling, biomedical engineering, sports science or related fields, and who possess strong skills in cognitive modelling, experimental design, data handling and analysis, as demonstrated by scientific publications.

Benefits

• Salary starting at DKK 39,000 per month plus 18.07 % pension contribution
• Possibility to negotiate salary supplements annually
• Access to international researcher support services and relocation assistance
• Career counselling for expat partners

About the Employer

The University of Copenhagen is described as a top‑ranking European university that promotes high‑standard research and teaching, offering an ambitious yet informal environment, collaborative work culture, and good working conditions for staff.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

1 December 2026

What is the starting salary?

DKK 39,000 per month plus an 18.07 % pension contribution

Who can I contact for more information?

Associate Professor Mark Schram Christensen (email: [email protected], phone: +45-3532 2448)