ppPsychological sciences » Behavioural sciences /ppOrganisation/Company Univesity of Granada Department Psychobiology Research Field Neurosciences » Neurobiology Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Application Deadline 1 Sep 2026 - 09:00 (Europe/Madrid) Country Spain Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No /ph3Offer Description /h3pWe are seeking a candidate to apply for an FPU (University Teaching Training plan for new lecturers; Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, Spain) fellowship within the framework of the project: b"Translational Integration of Psychophysiology, Behavioural Pharmacology and Psychobiology in the Modulation of Neural Circuits for Dysfunctional Eating" /b, which focuses on investigating the neurobiological mechanisms underlying dysfunctional eating behaviours through an integrative approach combining psychophysiology, behavioural pharmacology, and psychobiology. /ph3Project Overview /h3pThis project aims to explore the modulation of neural circuits involved in appetite control and emotional regulation using advanced psychophysiological techniques (e.g., EEG, HRV), behavioural pharmacology, and neurobiological analysis. Experimental models and interdisciplinary methodologies will be employed to examine the interplay between emotional, neurochemical, and behavioural factors in the development of eating disorders. /ph3Candidate Profile /h3ulliDegree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Biomedicine, Pharmacy, Biology or a related discipline. /liliCurrently pursuing an official Master's degree that qualifies for doctoral studies in Spain. /liliPreferably with prior research experience, evidenced by publications, conference presentations, or participation in research projects. /liliStrong interest in psychophysiology, neuropharmacology, psychobiology, and the study of eating behaviour disorders.



/liliMotivation to undertake a doctoral thesis and develop an academic career in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. /li /ulh3We Offer /h3ulliGuidance and support for the FPU fellowship application (Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, Spain). /liliIntegration into an active research group with established lines in behavioural neuroscience, psychophysiology, and experimental pharmacology. /liliOpportunities for collaboration with national and international clinical and academic teams. /li /ulpbPlease note: /b This opportunity is strictly conditional upon the successful awarding of the FPU fellowship. The research group does not commit to providing any alternative funding or financial support. /ph3Requirements /h3pResearch Field Psychological sciences » Behavioural sciences Education Level Undergraduate /ppResearch Field Medical sciences » Other Education Level Undergraduate /ppResearch Field Pharmacological sciences » Clinical pharmacology Education Level Undergraduate /ppResearch Field Neurosciences » Neurobiology Education Level Undergraduate /ppLanguages ENGLISH Level Excellent /ppLanguages SPANISH Level Good /ph3Additional Information /h3ullibMonthly Stipend /bulliScholars receive a bmonthly salary /b throughout the duration of the predoctoral contract. /liliThe amount is set annually by the Spanish Ministry of Science and Innovation. /liliThe stipend may bincrease slightly in subsequent years /b according to official regulations. /li /ul /lilibSocial Security Coverage /bulliScholarship holders are baffiliated with the Spanish Social Security system /b, including:ulliHealth care /liliMaternity/paternity leave /liliWork-related accidents coverage /li /ul /liliThis is equivalent to an employment contract in terms of social protection.



/li /ul /lilibDuration of Support /bulliThe scholarship typically covers bup to four years /b, conditional on satisfactory progress in the doctoral programme. /li /ul /lilibResearch and Mobility Opportunities /bulliScholars may apply for bmobility grants /b to conduct research abroad or in other Spanish institutions. /liliOpportunities to participate in bresearch projects, conferences, and training courses /b. /li /ul /lilibComplementary Funding /bulliIn some cases, additional bfunding for research materials, travel, or specialised courses /b may be available. /liliCertain universities or departments may provide bextra financial support /b for housing or relocation. /li /ul /lilibProfessional Development /bulliThe scholarship prepares candidates for a bcareer in academia or research /b. /liliScholars gain experience in teaching, publishing, and participating in research projects. /li /ul /lilibRecognition and Prestige /bulliFPU scholarships are bhighly competitive /b and regarded as a mark of academic excellence in Spain and internationally. /li /ul /li /ulh3Eligibility criteria /h3h3Academic Qualifications /h3ulliCandidates must hold a university degree that allows access to a doctoral programme in Spain. /liliFor degrees obtained abroad:ulliNon-EU nationals must have their degree bofficially recognised or homologated /b. /liliEU nationals must have their degree bofficially recognised /b in Spain. /li /ul /li /ulh3Doctorate Status /h3ulliCandidates bmust not have obtained a doctoral degree /b prior to submitting the application. /lilibDocumentation Requirements /bullibOfficial academic transcripts /b showing grades, credits, and date of completion. /lilibDegree recognition or homologation /b documents if required. /li /ul /li /ulh3Selection process /h3pThe selection process is guided by the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities (Spain) /ph3Additional comments /h3pbPlease note: /b This opportunity is strictly conditional upon the successful awarding of the FPU fellowship. The research group does not commit to providing any alternative funding or financial support. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Candidate to apply for a Spanish FPU (University Teaching Training) fellowship (España)
🏢 Univesity of Granada
📍 España