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We will be having PhD and Postdoctoral positions available under ERC funding to explore how contextual semantic information changes object representations. In this part of the project we will use behavioral manipulations, fMRI and EEG to track representational change in (neural) space and time. See more below.
The official call will be open soon and we will post here more information.
What is this project about?
What is this project about?
CONNECTS aims to resolve paradoxes in the field of semantic congruity by developing a unified framework for understanding how our brains use stored knowledge to process and remember information. Specifically, the project will explore the dual roles of semantic information in maximizing efficiency through congruent information and in highlighting novelty via incongruency.
The project involves a multi-method approach, integrating behavioral, neural (EEG and fMRI), and computational modeling techniques (including deep neural networks). This research will address key questions such as how semantic information is used by the brain and whether these mechanisms are consistent across cognitive processes that unfold over different timescales.
About the PI
About the PI
My name is Javier Ortiz-Tudela and I am a Ramón y Cajal Researcher at the Mind, Brain and Behavior Research Center (CIMCYC, University of Granada). I am currently migrating sites from here to here, so if you want to find out more about me, check them out or reach out via email.
PhD Student Position (36 + 12 months) at the University of Granada
PhD Student Position (36 + 12 months) at the University of Granada
Are you thinking about pursuing a PhD in Psychology/Cognitive Neuroscience? Are you intrigued about mental representations and how these enable our cognitive processes? If you are interested in learning and researching about semantic (mental and neural) representations and how these changes how we interact with objects in the world, apply for one of our PhD positions within CONNECTS.
Your Role
- Reviewing and synthesizing existing literature and coming out with your own new ideas within the scope of the project.
- Co-designing and implementing behavioral, EEG, and/or fMRI experiments to investigate semantic congruity effects.
- Analyzing datasets using different analytical methods from basic statistics to more advanced ones, such as Linear Mixed Models, Representational Similarity Analysis (RSA) or computational models.
- Collaborating with other team members to integrate findings within the lab.
- Writing research articles and presenting findings at both national and international conferences.
- Contributing to the team spirit and support other members of the team.
- Supervising students (BSc and MSc).
- Getting excited about learning new stuff!
Requirements
- A Masters Degree in cognitive neuroscience, experimental psychology, or a related field. If you have not quite finished yet, you may still apply.
- Prior experience in designing cognitive experiments and/or analyzing neuroimaging (fMRI/EEG) data.
- Experience with or willingness to use programming languages such as Python or MATLAB for experimental design and/or data analysis.
- A strong interest in semantic processing and the neural basis of cognition.
- Capacity to work on an interdisciplinary project.
- Good written and spoken English.
Valuable skills
- Experience with advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques for analysis.
- Experience with or interest in modeling behavioral or (biological) neural data with (artificial) neural networks.
- Experience with Open Science practices.
- Willingness to learn Spanish.
Benefits
- Join a dynamic and interdisciplinary research team at one of Spain’s leading cognitive neuroscience research centers (CIMCYC).
- Access cutting-edge resources, including EEG and fMRI facilities, and the opportunity to work at the intersection of neuroscience, psychology, and AI.
- Gain experience working on a highly integrative ERC-funded project.
- Have fun doing cool stuff!
Conditions of employment
- Fixed-term contract: 36 months (with possibility of up to 12 months extension).
- Gross salary: 23,000€/year.
- Starting date: September 2025 (flexible).
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