[CogSci] PhD position in psycholinguistics/neurolinguistics, University of Lille and Radboud University/Donders Institute

[Anahita Basirat]

We invite applications for a PhD position in neurocognition of language. 
The aim of the project is to better understand the interplay between 
language comprehension and production by studying neurocognitive 
mechanisms in typical and neurological adult populations. The PhD 
student will be co-supervised by Anahita Basirat (Lille, France) and 
Vitória Piai (Nijmegen, Netherlands). The planned start date is 1 
October 2025. The application deadline is 28 March 2025.

We are looking for a highly motivated and talented candidate with 
demonstrable experience in research. The successful candidate will be 
based in Lille with long-duration stays in Nijmegen and will carry out 
research as a member of two groups:
- Language group of SCALab at the University of Lille
- Language Function and Dysfunction group at the Donders Centre for 
Cognition
The studies will be conducted in French and potentially Dutch. Access to 
an EEG system and the opportunity to acquire expertise in 
state-of-the-art electrophysiological techniques are provided.

The criteria for selection include:
- a Master's degree in a relevant field, such as (neuro)psychology, 
cognitive neuroscience, cognitive science
- a keen interest in language, patient research, and electrophysiology
- experience in the field of psychology of language or speech science as 
well as electrophysiology techniques is desirable, but not mandatory
- very good proficiency in written and spoken French as well as English
Applications from excellent candidates with a profile that does not 
fully meet all criteria will also be considered.

Applications should include:
- a CV
- a cover letter (1 page)
- a summary of previous work (1 page)
- a copy of the Master’s diploma (if available) and transcripts
- names of two referees

Applications should be sent in a single PDF file to 
anahita.basirat at univ-lille.fr and vitoria.piai at donders.ru.nl by 28 March 
2025.