We are recruiting eleven PhD students.

The Research Training Group (RTG) 2988 “Flexibility and Balance as Characteristics of Adaptive Self-Regulation” is looking for eleven PhD students from various fields of psychology.

The legally binding version of this job ad can be found here.

Start date: 01 October 2024
Advertised on: 13 May 2024
Application deadline: 30 June 2024

The RTG 2988 will investigate the roles that (a) flexibility (in the context-dependent application of self-regulatory competencies) and (b) balance (vs. imbalance in different considerations relevant to self-regulatory behavior) play in self-regulatory performance and well-being. In its first phase, the RTG will feature 11 distinct, but related research projects from a broad spectrum of subdisciplines in psychology and the educational sciences.

The doctoral positions offer the unique opportunity of participating in a stimulating scientific context. We offer a comprehensive, high-quality qualification and supervision program for the PhD students in the RTG including scientific and methodological training conducive to academic but also nonacademic careers and possibilities for international research stays. There will be joint activities for the PhD students and events for all RTG members to foster collaboration and communication. In addition to the RTG environment, each PhD student will be integrated into the group of their primary supervisor.

The RTG will fund up to 22 PhD students at a time, 11 positions will start in October 2024. These 11 PhD students will conduct their research in 11 research projects that are embedded in the broader context of the RTG. You can simultaneously apply for up to three RTG PhD positions with one application.

PhD students will be funded for up to four years at the TV-L E13 75% pay scale. You should have or be about to complete an MSc degree in psychology or a related field.

Each PhD student in the RTG will be jointly supervised by two PhD advisors from among the Senior Researchers. For more information take a look at the Qualification & Supervision concept and our FAQ.

Please send your application (in one single PDF file, including motivation letter with at least 1 and max. 3 research projects you would like to apply for ordered by priority, curriculum vitae, contact information of two scientific reference persons, diplomas and certificates) by 30 June 2024 to info@flexbar.org. Include the reference number W2472. We aim to conduct job interviews in July and August 2024, ideally in person in Saarbrücken, Germany. Please see the FAQ for details on the selection process and what materials to include in your application.